Thiruvallur

Thiruvallur


Tiruvallur is a suburb city of Chennai and Grade I municipality in Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of Cooum river about 42 km northwest of Chennai (Madras), the capital city of Tamil Nadu and located near Tiruvallur district. Poondi reservoir from where drinking water is drawn to Chennai city is at about 9 km from this town. In the far past, this region was under a chain of regimes commencing from the Pallavas during the 7th century ending with the Nawab of Arcot during the early part of 19th century when it came under the British rule. In 1687, the Golkonda rulers were defeated and the region came under the Moghul emperors of Delhi. The towns and villages of this region were the scene of Carnatic wars. Battles are said to have been fought in this region during the struggle for supremacy between the English and French. The town of Pulicat was the earliest Dutch possession in India founded in 1609 which was ceded to the British in 1825.



It is well known because of the Veera Raghavar temple which is one of the 108 sacred shrines of Vaishnavites. There is a pond nearby this temple, where the tank festival is held. There is a Siva temple near this shrine which is also quite popular among the locals. There is also a 40 feet tall Viswaroopa Panchamukha Hanuman temple, where the murti is made of a single green granite stone.



Best Time To Visit


The best time to visit October to March.

How To Reach


By Air

The Chennai International Airport lies just 42 km.

By Train

Tiruvallur is well connected by rail.

Shopping


Shopping in Thiruvallur is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Thiruvallur to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Thiruvallur means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Thiruvallur is the most important activ



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