Deity
Vishnu (Parthasarathy)
Krishna form
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Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple at Triplicane (Thiruvallikeni) in Chennai is a historic Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu as Parthasarathy, Krishna in the role of Arjuna’s charioteer. The record notes Dravidian architecture, an 8th-century era attribution, and a Pallava dynasty association.
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Triplicane, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
City / District / State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 6th century CE
- Founder
- Narasimhavarman I (Pallava Dynasty)
- Built in the 6th century CE by Pallava King Narasimhavarman I, the temple preserves early inscriptions from King Dantivarman (796–847 CE). Architectural additions were subsequently made by Chola monarchs and Vijayanagara rulers during the 15th century.
Significance
- Eulogized in the Naalayira Divya Prabandham by Pey Alvar and Thirumangai Alvar, this 108 Divya Desam enshrines five forms of Vishnu. Uniquely, the presiding deity Venkatakrishna-Parthasarathy is depicted with a mustache and arrow scars from protecting Arjuna.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use early hours to avoid crowds
With approximate timings of 05:30–21:00, morning visits can be calmer than peak evening hours.
Account for Chennai traffic
Triplicane is in central Chennai; add buffer time for road congestion and parking constraints.
Confirm timings on special days
Hours are marked approximate; festival days may have different darshan arrangements.
Dress and temple rules
Wear modest clothing and follow instructions regarding queues, photography, and sanctum access.
Keep essentials minimal
Carry only necessary items for smoother entry and movement, especially during crowded periods.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Major Vishnu observance; expect significant crowds in a central Chennai temple.
Varies (Tamil calendar) • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
Large festival period with special worship and processions; dates vary annually.
Aavani (Aug–Sep) • 1 day
Krishna Jayanthi
Celebration of Krishna; plan for peak-time darshan and local traffic.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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