Apparswami Temple, Chennai

#135 among attractions in Chennai

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Apparswami Temple is a Hindu temple built in honour of Apparswami, a 19th-century Saivite saint. The temple, situated on Royapettah High Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, is built around his tomb over which a shivalinga was set up by his chief devotee Chidambaraswamy. ()

Coordinates: 13°2'25"N, 80°16'3"E

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Ice House (Vivekananda Puram)Chennai India

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Apparswami Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chennai Citi Centre, Santhome Church, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Lighthouse.

0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Chennai Citi Centre, Chennai
12 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Chennai, India, the Chennai Citi Centre stands as a modern oasis for shoppers and leisure-seekers alike. This expansive shopping center, strategically located in the heart of the city at Mylapore, has been serving as a one-stop...
0.8 miSE
Basilica and shrine of St. Thomas Apostle
Santhome Church, Chennai
22 min walk • Santhome Church, also known as San Thome Basilica, is a historical and architectural gem located in the bustling city of Chennai, India. This Roman Catholic minor basilica is one of only three in the world that are built over the tomb of an apostle; in this case, St.
0.5 miS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai
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0.8 miE
Lighthouse
Lighthouse, Chennai
21 min walk • The Chennai Lighthouse stands as a beacon of navigational aid and a historical monument on the bustling shores of Marina Beach in Chennai, India. This towering structure serves as a significant landmark, guiding seafarers along the Bay of Bengal's coastline.
1.1 miNE
Temple
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1.1 miNE
Museum, Historical place
Vivekananda House, Chennai
28 min walk • Vivekananda House, also known as Ice House, is a culturally significant museum located in the coastal city of Chennai, India. This historic building is intimately linked to the life of Swami Vivekananda, one of India's most esteemed spiritual leaders.
0.5 miS
Temple
Kachchaleswarar Temple, Chennai
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0.6 miS
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Sri Ramakrishna Math, Chennai
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0.9 miNE
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1.1 miN
Mosque
Triplicane Labbai Jamaath Mosque, Chennai
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0.7 miS
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Adikesava Perumal temple, Chennai
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Apparswami Temple?

Nearby attractions include Thiruvalluvar Temple, Chennai (6 min walk), Sethu Kshetram, Chennai (7 min walk), Mundaka Kanni Amman Temple, Chennai (7 min walk), Karaneeswarar Temple, Chennai (7 min walk).

How to get to Apparswami Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Apparswami Temple:

Light rail

Mundakakanni Amman Koil • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Thirumayilai • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)

Bus

Mylapore Bus Terminus (13 min walk)
C.I.T. Colony • Lines: 5C (16 min walk)