✨ A Sacred Journey — History & Mythology

The Sri Parthasarathy Perumal Temple in Triplicane is a magnificent 6th-century Vaishnavite shrine and one of the 108 Divya Desams. This experience is perfect for history enthusiasts, pilgrims, and cultural explorers seeking deep insights into Dravidian architecture, ancient epics, and the unique spiritual narratives of Chennai.

🙏 What You’ll Experience

• 🏹 Witness the Unique Parthasarathy Deity — the rare representation of Lord Krishna with a moustache and war scars, symbolizing his role as Arjuna's charioteer.
• 🏛️ Guided exploration of the Dravidian Pancha Veerathalam (Five Forms of Vishnu) shrines within the complex: Narasimha, Rama, Ranganatha, Gajendra Varadaraja, and Parthasarathy.
• 📜 Unravel the mythological narratives and historical significance of the Pallava, Chola, and Vijayanagara dynasty additions with an expert local guide.

🌟 Highlights

• ⭐ One of the 108 most revered Divya Desams
• 👑 Marvel at the towering Raja Gopuram and the intricately carved mandapams (halls).
• 🪷 Visit the sacred temple tank, Kairavani Pushkarani, giving Triplicane its historical name (Thiruvallikeni - "lily pond").

📋 Key Details

• 📍Location: Triplicane, Chennai — centrally accessible and near Marina Beach.
• ⏰Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours (timing may vary based on temple crowd and darshan)
• 💰Support: Expert Local Guide and historical/mythological narration can be provided by Throughlocals Host
• ⌚Best Time: Early morning (6:00 AM - 8:00 AM) or late afternoon (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) to avoid queues and heat.

👗 What to Wear & Bring

• 👖Dress Code: Modest attire is mandatory. Shoulders and knees must be covered (Traditional Indian wear is highly recommended).
• 👣Comfortable walking shoes (you will be required to remove footwear before entering).
• 💸Cash for small donations or offerings, if desired.

🔁 Nearby Experiences

• 🌊Marina Beach Walk — coastal stroll and local food vendors (5 min drive).
• 🏛️Vivekananda Illam — explore Swami Vivekananda's historical residence.
• 🍴Triplicane Local Food Tour — traditional Tamil cuisine discovery.