Agasteeswarar Temple, Chennai

#175 among attractions in Chennai

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Agasteeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple located at Kolapakkam, a suburb of Chennai, India. While the presiding deity is Shiva, there are shrines for the Navagrahas or nine planets within the temple complex. The Hindu sage Agastya is believed to have worshipped Shiva at this place. ()

Coordinates: 13°0'44"N, 80°9'3"E

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

Nearby attractions include: The Forum Vijaya, Porur Lake, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai Airport Flyover.

2.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Forum Vijaya, Chennai
62 min walk • The Forum Vijaya Mall is a bustling epicenter of retail and entertainment in the vibrant city of Chennai, India. This modern shopping complex, situated in the heart of the city, has emerged as a premier destination for both locals and tourists looking to indulge in a...
1.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Porur Lake, Chennai
39 min walk • Porur Lake is located on the fringes of Porur in south-west Chennai and is a primary water resource for people residing in Chennai. It is a temporary catchment area connected with Chembarambakkam Lake. It is spread over 200 acres with a capacity of 46 million cubic feet. There are four filters working 24x7 to pump water to K. K.
2.9 miE
Church
St. Thomas Mount, Chennai
75 min walk • Parangimalai is a small hillock in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, near the neighbourhood of Guindy and very close to Chennai International Airport. The ancient Syrian Christian community of India trace the origin of their church to St. Thomas the Apostle.
2.4 miSE
Bridge
Chennai Airport Flyover, Chennai
61 min walk • Chennai Airport Flyover is a 1.6 km long flyover in front of the Chennai International Airport in Chennai city.
2.7 miE
Event space
Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai
70 min walk • Chennai Trade Centre is a permanent exhibition complex in Nandambakkam, Chennai, hosting several trade fairs and conventions round the year.
1.9 miNE
Park
DLF Cybercity Chennai, Chennai
49 min walk • DLF Cybercity is an multiblock Information technology SEZ, developed by DLF a commercial real estate developer. DLF Cybercity is located on the 100 ft. road, Nandambakkam in Ramapuram, Chennai.
2 miW
Temple
Kovur Sundareswarar Temple, Chennai
51 min walk • Sundareswarar Temple at Kovur, a suburb of Chennai, India is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva. Constructed in about 965 CE, the presiding deity of the temple is Sundareswarar, a form of Shiva and the presiding goddess is Soundarambikai.
2.8 miE
Temple
Kothandaramaswami Temple, Chennai
71 min walk • Kothandaramaswami Temple is a Hindu temple located at Nandambakkam, a suburb of Chennai, India. Dedicated to Rama, the spot is associated with the legendary sage Bhrigu.
2.9 miE
Mosque
Butt Road Jumma Masjid, Chennai
74 min walk • The Butt Road Jama Masjid is a mosque located in St Thomas Mount on the outskirts of Chennai, India. Situated at a distance of 13 kilometres from Chennai city and 2 kilometres from Guindy on the Mount-Poonamallee Road, the mosque caters to the Muslim population of the suburb and the nearby cantonment.
1.4 miN
City, Area
Porur
36 min walk • Porur is a neighbourhood of Chennai, India. It is situated in the Maduravoyal taluk of Chennai district in the southern part of the city. Since 2011, it has been a part of the Chennai Corporation and included in zone number 11.
2.5 miNE
Neighbourhood
Valasaravakkam, Ambattur
63 min walk • Valasaravakkam is a neighbourhood in the Chennai district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and a residential suburb of the city of Chennai. It is located in the Poonamallee Taluk at a distance of approximately 15 kilometres from the Kilometer Zero stone. Valasaravakkam lies on the Arcot Road, one of Chennai's arterial roads.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Agasteeswarar Temple?

Nearby attractions include Gerugambakkam, Chennai (14 min walk), Mugalivakkam, Ambattur (24 min walk).