Vishnu
Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu · Varadaraja Perumal (Vishnu)
About Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Varadaraja Perumal Temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams. The ancient wooden tortoise (Atthi Varadar) submerged in the temple tank is brought out every 40 years for darshan. The celestial door (Paramapada Vasal) opens on Vaikunta Ekadasi.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Varadaraja Perumal (Vishnu)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Perundevi Thayar (Lakshmi)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Vishnu
🕐 Darshan Timings
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
1 hour
🪔 Special Puja
Brahmotsavam; Vaikunta Ekadasi
🔔 Important Rituals
Garuda Seva, Brahmotsavam
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire
📅 Best Visit Time
October – February; Vaikunta Ekadasi
🎫 Entry Fee
Free; special darshan ₹50
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kanchipuram Station (2 km)
Nearest Airport
Chennai Airport (72 km)
Distance from City
Within Kanchipuram
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kanchipuram
Food Options
Vegetarian restaurants in Kanchipuram
Visitor Tips
Vaikunta Ekadasi is especially significant — the celestial door opens.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Brahmotsavam and Vaikunta Ekadasi are major events.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Manageable for seniors. No major elevation changes.
⚠️ Important Notes
The Attigiri lizard (gold and silver) in the temple is believed auspicious to touch.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Typical Duration
1 hour
Entry Fee
Free; special darshan ₹50
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Kanchipuram
Ideal Base City
Kanchipuram
Senior Friendly
Yes
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