Tiruvallur
India · State of Tamil N?duIN
Town in Tamil Nadu, India
Tiruvallur is a Town and Grade I municipality in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu in Chennai Metropolitan Area. It is located on the banks of Coovum river about 45 km (28 mi) from downtown Chennai (Madras) in the western part of the Chennai Metropolitan Area (CMA). It is a satellite town of Chennai and is the administrative headquarters of Tiruvallur District. The town is known for the Veeraraghava Swamy Temple, one of the 108 sacred shrines of Vaishnavites. The tank festival is held at a pond near this temple. A Shiva temple near this shrine which is popular among the locals. There is also a 40-foot (12 m) tall Viswaroopa Panchamukha Hanuman temple, where the murti is made of a single green granite stone.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 54,416
- Coordinates
- 13.144, 79.909
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 44 m
Overview of Tiruvallur
Located in State of Tamil N?du, India, Tiruvallur is best described as a mid-sized city. Population figures land around 54,416. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Our data highlights water sports above everything else.
Things to do in Tiruvallur
Water Sports in Tiruvallur
(2)On the water sports side, Tiruvallur offers Bodyboard and Surf. Everything listed here comes from what Tiruvallur is actually tagged with. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Tiruvallur
Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
Getting there & around
Expect a regional connection into Tiruvallur, then short distances on foot. Tiruvallur runs on Asia/Kolkata time.
Similar destinations
Places near Tiruvallur that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tiruvallur known for?
- In State of Tamil N?du, India, Tiruvallur stands out for water sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 54,416-strong destination.
- What can you do in Tiruvallur?
- Options in Tiruvallur run to Bodyboard and Surf — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Tiruvallur?
- Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
- Where is Tiruvallur located?
- You will find Tiruvallur in State of Tamil N?du, India. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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