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PM Modi Visits Historic Jalakandeswarar Temple In Tamil Nadu
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News18•12-10-2026, 12:04
PM Modi Visits Historic Jalakandeswarar Temple In Tamil Nadu
- •Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited the historic Jalakandeswarar Temple, located inside the Vellore Fort in Tamil Nadu.
- •Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the shrine is renowned for its stunning Vijayanagara-era architecture and features a striking 100-foot gopuram.
- •The temple is uniquely surrounded by a water moat and features an ancient well named Ganga Gouri Theertham used for ritual ablutions.
- •Key highlights include the intricately carved Kalyana Mandapam with its famous optical illusion sculpture of a bull and an elephant.
- •Visitors can access the temple easily, with Chennai International Airport located 135 km away and Katpadi Junction serving as the nearest major railway station.
Key Questions Answered
The Jalakandeswarar Temple features architecture associated with the Vijayanagara style, which is well-known for monumental gateways, elaborate pillars, and detailed sculptural work.
According to the temple's official website, the visiting hours are from 6:30 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 8:30 pm.
Vellore is accessible by rail, with Katpadi Junction serving as a major railway station for the city.
