Pārthasārathi Temple, Triplicane
The Gītā's charioteer, worshipped in Chennai
⭐ Why it is famous
A rare depiction of Kṛṣṇa with a moustache and battle scars from Kurukṣetra; five forms of Viṣṇu in one complex.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Founded by the Pallavas in the 8th century, expanded by Cholas and Vijayanagara kings; a Divya Deśam sung by the Āḻvārs.
🕰️ Temple timings
- 05:30 – 12:00 and 16:00 – 21:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Vaikuṇṭha Ekādaśī draws big crowds
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Pārthasārathi Temple, Triplicane, Chennai, ChennaiChennai Egmore (MS) — 4 km
Chennai bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Chennai (MAA) — 16 km
Triplicane, near Marina Beach.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Chennai hotels
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹12,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Marina Beach
- Fort St George