After a long break Chennai’s iconic cultural monument, Valluvar Kottam is ready and now open for the public.
You have watched the Valluvar Kottam many times, but now you can enjoy watching it with light and sound.
Valluvar Kottam has been renovated with a massive amount of 80 crores. This architecture is a tribute to Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar.
With improved accessibility to the Place and a stunning Light and Sound show Valluvar Kottam has now become a must-visit place.
Highlights
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Name |
Valluvar Kottam |
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Timings |
9 AM - 8 PM |
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Address |
Valluvar Kottam, Kodambakkam High Road, Chennai |
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Entry Fee |
Free |
Valluvar Kottam Timings
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Particulars |
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Chariot Light Show |
7:20 PM |
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Musical Fountain Show |
7 PM |
Things to Do at Valluvar Kottam
- Watch the Chariot light show in the evening.
- Take a visit to the Giant 106 ft tall Chariot
- Enjoy the Musical fountain show
- Sit and relax in the lawn area
- Explore Library and Research Halls
- Enjoy some drinks at the cafe.
Points to Note
- You can expect more rush during the weekends.
- Check for parking space availability before taking your vehicles.
- Cafeteria might be closed as of now. Carry your own food.
- Until the next announcement the entry is free.
About the Place
Valluvar Kottam has been actually built to honor the legendary Thiruvalluvar which is a replica of the famous chariot in Thiruvarur. The Monument is in the shape of a temple chariot with a height of 106 feet.
At its core you can also visit the life-sized statue of Thiruvarur and remember his philosophical contributions through the Thirukkural.
Another interesting feature of the place is the Kural Manimandapam which is a hall that has all the 1330 couplets of the Thirukkural been carved onto granite columns with illustrations and commentary by M. Karunanidhi.
