Things to do in Sholinghur, Tamil Nadu
Sholinghapuram, shortened to Sholinghur is a municipality in the Sholinghur taluk in Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu, India. It is known in Tamil Nadu and neighboring states for its Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple.
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- 1Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruttani
Subramaniya Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple located on a hillock in Tiruttani, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Murugan, and is one of the six abodes of Murugan.
Wikipedia - 2Thirukkadigai
Thirukkadigai or Sholingapuram is a temple in Sholinghur, a village in Ranipet district of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu.
Wikipedia - 3Lakshmi Narasimhar Temple, Narasinghapuram
Sri Lakshmi Narasimhar Temple is located about 55 km from Chennai and 21 km from Arakkonam, in Narasingapuram, Thiruvallur. The temple is dedicated to Hindu deity Narasimha, who is avatar of Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi.
Wikipedia - 4Arulmigu Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple
The Arulmigu Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is a temple dedicated to Venkateshvara, a form of the Hindu deity Vishnu. It is located at the Indian village of Thirupparkadal at Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu.
Wikipedia - 5Vallimalai Jain caves
Vallimalai Jain caves are located in Vallimalai village in Katpadi taluk of Vellore district, Tamil Nadu.
Wikipedia - 6Vilwanatheswarar temple
Vilwanatheswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, located in Thiruvalam, a village in Vellore district in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Shiva is worshipped as Vilwanatheswarar, and is represented by the lingam.
Wikipedia - 7
Best time to visit Sholinghur
Best weather: Sep, Dec–Feb.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 23°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 28°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 33 mm |
| May | Hot | 32°C | 68 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 72 mm |
| Jul | Hot | 29°C | 105 mm |
| Aug | Hot | 28°C | 124 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 27°C | 144 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 26°C | 202 mm |
| Nov | Rainy | 24°C | 198 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 22°C | 81 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Sholinghur
- Nearest railway station: Walajah Road Junction (WJR), 18 km away.
- Nearest airport: Tirupati airport (TIR), 59 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Sholinghur costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sholinghur is not included.
Compare Sholinghur with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sholinghur | – | Sep, Dec–Feb | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Arcot | 26 km | Sep, Dec–Feb | 16 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Chittoor | 34 km | Jul–Feb | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Narayanavanam | 38 km | Dec–Feb | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Vellore | 37 km | Sep–Feb | 18 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Sholinghur; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Sholinghur?
The best known are Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruttani, Thirukkadigai, Lakshmi Narasimhar Temple, Narasinghapuram, Arulmigu Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Vallimalai Jain caves.
When is the best time to visit Sholinghur?
Best weather: Sep, Dec–Feb.
How do I reach Sholinghur?
Nearest railway station: Walajah Road Junction (WJR), 18 km away. Nearest airport: Tirupati airport (TIR), 59 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Sholinghur cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sholinghur is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.