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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Chennai · Open now

AddressKapaleeswarar Sannidhi Street, Mylapore
Managed byHindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Tamil Nadu
Today's hoursOpen today 5 AM – 8 PM
Tickets fromFree

Location

Did you know? Kapaleeshwarar Temple's original site is believed to have stood closer to the sea until the 16th century, when Portuguese colonizers demolished it to build a church — the temple was rebuilt at its current inland location soon after.

Opening hours

Mon–Sun5 AM – 8 PM

Tickets

Free Entry
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