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Arulmigu Jalakanteshwara Temple

Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Arulmigu Jalakanteshwara Temple

🛕About Temple

Arulmigu Jalakanteshwara Temple is a historic Shiva temple located inside Vellore Fort in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. The principal deity is Lord Jalakandeswarar, a form of Lord Shiva. The temple is noted for its Vijayanagara-period architectural features, including carved pillars, sculptures and ornate mandapams, and is an important religious and architectural landmark within the fort complex.

ℹ️Temple Information

🛕 Presiding Deity
Jalakandeswarar
⭐ Temple Classification
Shiva Temple
📍 District
Vellore
📅 Built Period
Vijayanagara period
🏛 Dynasty
Vijayanagara

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⭐Temple Significance

The temple is significant as a historic Shiva shrine inside Vellore Fort and as an important example of Vijayanagara-period temple architecture in Vellore. It is valued for both worship and architectural heritage.

📜History

The temple is historically associated with the Vellore Fort complex and the Vijayanagara period. Reliable accounts describe it as a major historic monument within the fort. Further specific details on the individual builder, inscriptions or later renovation history are not included here unless separately verified.

🏛Architecture

The temple is renowned for Vijayanagara-period architecture. Documented features include intricately carved stone pillars, sculptural work and ornate mandapams within the temple complex.

✨ Temple Highlights

✨ Temple inside Vellore Fort
The shrine is located within the historic Vellore Fort complex in Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
✨ Vijayanagara-period architecture
The temple is known for carved pillars, sculptures and ornate mandapams associated with Vijayanagara architectural style.
✨ Principal deity Jalakandeswarar
Lord Jalakandeswarar is worshipped here as a form of Lord Shiva.

🚗 How to Reach

🛣️ By Road
The temple is located inside Vellore Fort in Vellore town and can be reached by road within the city.
🚆 By Rail
Vellore is served by railway stations including Vellore Cantonment and Katpadi Junction.
Arulmigu Jalakanteshwara Temple

Visit Information

🕒 Temple Timings
6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Disclaimer

We strive to provide accurate and authentic information based on well-established historical, cultural, religious, and publicly available sources. However, temple timings, entry fees, rituals, festivals, special poojas, facilities, and other visitor information may change without prior notice.

While every effort is made to keep this information current and accurate, visitors are advised to verify the latest details directly with the official temple authorities before planning their visit.

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