Kalikambal Temple, Chennai

Name: Kalikambal Temple
Address: Thambu Chetty Street, Chennai, India

#83 among attractions in Chennai

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The Kālikāmbal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shri Kāligāmbāl and Lord Kamadeswarar, located in Parry's corner locality of the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is located in Thambu Chetty Street, a prominent financial street at Georgetown, running parallel to Rajaji Salai. ()

Established: 1640 (384 years ago)Completed: 1678 (346 years ago)Coordinates: 13°5'41"N, 80°17'21"E

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Thambu Chetty StreetBasin Bridge (Kachaleeswarar Nagar)Chennai India

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

Nearby attractions include: Fort St. George, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Secretariat Park, Armenian Church.

1.1 miS
Fort dating to 1644 with museum and church
Fort St. George, Chennai
27 min walk • Fort St. George stands as a testament to the British colonial legacy in the heart of Chennai, India. Constructed in 1644 by the British East India Company, this fortification emerged as the first English fortress in India, laying the foundation for what would...
1.3 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
34 min walk • The Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, India stands as a prominent landmark and a testament to the city's vibrant sporting culture. This multi-purpose sports venue, with a seating capacity of over 40,000, is an integral part of the city's infrastructure and has...
0.9 miS
Park
Secretariat Park, Chennai
24 min walk • Secretariat Park, a verdant oasis amidst the bustling city of Chennai, India, offers a serene escape to both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty. This well-maintained park, located in the heart of Chennai's governmental district, is a testament...
0.4 miS
Church
Armenian Church, Chennai
11 min walk • Saint Mary Church of Chennai, constructed in 1712 and reconstructed in 1772, is one of the oldest churches of the Indian subcontinent, located in Chennai. It is famous for its belfry of six.
0.7 miS
Harbor
Chennai Port, Chennai
19 min walk • Chennai Port, formerly known as Madras Port, is the second largest container port of India, behind Mumbai's Nhava Sheva. The port is the largest one in the Bay of Bengal.
0.6 miN
Church
St. Mark's Church, Chennai
16 min walk • St. Mark's Church is a Church in the neighbourhood of Madipakkam in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
0.5 miS
Street
Rajaji Salai, Chennai
14 min walk • Rajaji Salai, also known as North Beach Road or First Line Beach, is one of the main thoroughfares of the commercial centre of George Town in Chennai, India. The road connects Royapuram in the north with Quibble Island in the south.
0.9 miSW
Temple
Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai
22 min walk • Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai is a Hindu temple situated in the neighbourhood of Parry's corner, Chennai, India dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was constructed by Alanganatha Pillai, chief merchant of the Madras factory of the British East India Company.
~1560 ftN
Temple
Krishnaswami Temple, Chennai
8 min walk • The Krishnaswami Temple is a Hindu temple located in the neighbourhood of Muthialpet in Parry's corner, Chennai, India. It was constructed in the 18th century and was the site of a major dispute between Left hand and Right hand castes in 1787 resulting in a major riot.
~1850 ftS
Church
St Mary's Co-Cathedral, Chennai
9 min walk • St. Mary's Co-Cathedral is a Catholic church in Armenian Street, Chennai, India. Constructed by Capuchins in 1658, it is one of the oldest churches in the former British India.
~580 ftSE
Mosque
Dharma Kidangu Mosque, Chennai
3 min walk • Dharma Kidangu Mosque is a mosque situated in Angappa Naicken Street in the Georgetown neighbourhood of Chennai, India. It is considered to be the oldest mosque in Muthialpet.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kalikambal Temple?

Nearby attractions include Dharma Kidangu Mosque, Chennai (3 min walk), Gokhale Hall, Chennai (6 min walk), Krishnaswami Temple, Chennai (8 min walk), Burma Bazaar, Chennai (9 min walk).

How to get to Kalikambal Temple by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kalikambal Temple:

Metro

Mannadi • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
High Court • Lines: 1 (15 min walk)

Light rail

Chennai Beach • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Train

Chennai Beach (8 min walk)
Royapuram (19 min walk)

Bus

Broadway Bus Terminus (17 min walk)
High Court Bus Terminus (17 min walk)