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Things to see in Thirukazhukundram (India): 7 places and when to go
Thirukazhukundram is a town in India, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (4), Temples (3). The best known are Pancha Rathas, Varaha Cave Temple and Descent of the Ganges. The best time to come is October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- India · 12.61, 80.0593
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- October to March.
- Also possible
- April and September.
- Nearest airport
- MAA Chennai, 44 km as the crow flies
What to see in Thirukazhukundram
The places in and around Thirukazhukundram, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pancha RathasMonument complex at Mahabalipuram, part of the UNESCO World Heritage site inscribed by UNESCO as Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram14 km
- Varaha Cave TempleTemple in India14 km
- Descent of the GangesUNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu, India15 km
- Mahishasuramardini MandapaRock-cut cave temple14 km
- Ganesha RathaTemple in India15 km
- ThirukadalmallaiHindu temple in India15 km
- Vedagiriswarar TempleTemple in India3 m
When to go to Thirukazhukundram
The best time to visit Thirukazhukundram is October to March; also possible: April and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:20
- FebBest time11:36
- MarBest time11:55
- AprPossible12:17
- MayBetter not12:35
- JunBetter not12:44
- JulBetter not12:40
- AugBetter not12:25
- SepPossible12:04
- OctBest time11:43
- NovBest time11:24
- DecBest time11:16
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16. In January, 7 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to India in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Thirukazhukundram
The nearest main airport is Chennai International Airport (MAA, Chennai), 44 km as the crow flies. How to get around India (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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And all of India, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Thirukazhukundram?
The best known: Pancha Rathas, Varaha Cave Temple, Descent of the Ganges, Mahishasuramardini Mandapa, Ganesha Ratha. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Thirukazhukundram?
October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 12 h 44 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 16.
How do you get to Thirukazhukundram?
The nearest main airport is Chennai International Airport (MAA), 44 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Thirukazhukundram as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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