Varadarāja Perumāḷ Temple
The Atthi Varadar who surfaces once in 40 years
⭐ Why it is famous
A wooden Atthi Varadar image kept underwater in the temple tank and raised for public darśan only every 40 years — last in 2019.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Built by the Cholas and expanded by Vijayanagara kings; the hundred-pillared marriage hall has celebrated Chola-era carving.
🕰️ Temple timings
- 06:00 – 12:00 and 15:30 – 20:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan; ₹20 special entry
- Small fee for the sculpted mandapam
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Varadarāja Perumāḷ Temple, Kanchipuram, KanchipuramKanchipuram (CJ) — 4 km
Kanchipuram bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Chennai (MAA) — 68 km
In Vishnu Kanchi, 3 km from Ekambareswarar.
🪔 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
- Kanchipuram hotels
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹8,000 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Kanchi silk
- Vedanthangal bird sanctuary