Thillai Kāḷī Amman Temple
The Devī who lost the dance contest
⭐ Why it is famous
Built at the town's edge for Kāḷī after her dance duel with Śiva; a rare four-armed peaceful Kāḷī in the sanctum.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Founded by Kopperunjinga in the 12th century.
🕰️ Temple timings
- 06:00 – 12:00 and 16:00 – 21:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Visit alongside the Naṭarāja temple
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Thillai Kāḷī Amman Temple, Chidambaram, CuddaloreChidambaram (CDM) — 3 km
Chidambaram bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) — 195 km
1 km north of the Naṭarāja temple.
🪔 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
- Chidambaram hotels
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹800 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Pichavaram mangroves