Dedicated parking place , pay rs.20. Small temple, God looks powerful, calm. Red kumkum all over Kali amman looks beautiful. A definite visit.

Located in a distance of 1 km from Natraj temple, it houses Maa Kali, who resides in both shantha and ugra states. Kumkumarchana is the most important offering here.

After getting disappointed seeing the temple doors of Paalvanna Nathar locked, we decided to visit Thillai kali Amman temple, since this was on our list of "to visit temples" for quiet some time. Took sometime and help to locate this temple. Temple in a very cramped area, and the roads leading to the temple are in very very poor condition. The best part is there is no parking space at all, but yet they charge you for car parking. Temple facing west. No Rajagopuram, no kodimaram. Goddess Name : Thillai Kali Amman. Legend goes that Kali was engaged in a battle with Lord shiva, and to avoid further blood shed, Lord shiva invites Kali to a dance competition. Winner of the dance competition would be declared winner of the battle. Kali agreed but Lord shiva tricked her and won the competition. An angry Kali went and stood on the edge of town. Have heard people say, that before you visit Chidambaram Nataraj Temple, one has to visit Thillai kali temple. Inside the temple, one can see the Furious kali facing east and a four faced kali amman facing west.

1. One of the famous temples in chidambaram.under renovation. 2. not properly maintained 3. surroundings were not clean 4. parking facilities are there 5. take food and necessary things if you visit here. 6. restrooms not available

One of the oldest temple located near to the nataraj swamy temple. Amman is the main goddess here. Well maintained temple. Temple is not much busier takes less time for darshan. Car parking available and costs 20rs

Spiritual Significance: Temples dedicated to Goddess Kali are often known for their intense spiritual atmosphere. The Thillai Kali Amman Koil might be a place where devotees seek blessings, protection, and empowerment from the goddess. Goddess Kali Worship: Kali temples typically focus on the worship of Goddess Kali, who is often depicted as a fierce and powerful deity. Reviews might discuss the rituals, pujas, and ceremonies associated with her worship. Architectural Elements: Temples in India often have unique architectural features and carvings. Positive reviews might mention the architectural aesthetics and artistic details of the temple. Spiritual Experience: Devotees often mention the intense spiritual experience they feel while visiting a Kali temple. The energy and devotion associated with Kali worship might be highlighted in reviews. Rituals and Offerings: Reviews might discuss the rituals performed at the temple, the offerings made to the goddess, and the significance of these practices. Local Cultural Context: Kali temples are often integral to the local culture and history. This context might be discussed in reviews. Hygiene and Cleanliness: Maintaining cleanliness and proper hygiene within the temple premises is crucial. Positive reviews often mention the cleanliness of the temple. Community Engagement: Temples might engage with the local community through festivals, events, and charitable activities. This engagement might be mentioned in reviews. Accessibility: The temple's location and accessibility might be mentioned in reviews. Convenient locations and ease of reaching the temple are often appreciated. Parking and Facilities: Depending on the temple's setup, reviews might discuss the availability of parking, restrooms, and other facilities.

(Visited in October 2021) - Thillai Kali Amman temple, located in the outskirts of Chidambaram was built by a local chieftain of Imperial Cholas in late 13th Century CE. The entire temple seems to be smeared in Red vermilion. The main deity, Goddess Thillai Kali, appears in a furious, reddish form, diagonally opposite to the deity placed on entrance dedicated to the much calmer Thillai Amman.

There is tremendous and special story behind this temple.The temple must be visited at least once in your life. Sunday evening 3-6 pm is the best time to visit this place and on this timing you will get an extraordinary positive vibe.

A must visit temple in Chidambaram. This temple is for devi (Kali), who dances with Shiva. Temple is under HRCE. Temple is very neat and clean.

You must visit atleast once in your life time

It is a special temple for Kali goddess. The main goddess is to the left side inside the temple. There can be a huge queue. Be early to make a easy visit. There is ample car parking in front of the temple. When I visited no one charged for the car parking. Deepam is offered to Kali in the deepam spot in front of the goddess. Deepam can also be bought inside the temple. Road is very hot and better to leave slippers close to the temple.

Excellent powerful hindu Amman temple must visit

Thillai Kaali is our family's deity. So my special attention always there more than 60 years of my known visits there with family members. Getting dharshan of KAALI AMMAN is very blissful feeling. In the recent past every 'Amavasya Day' I visit the temple during 7-8 am. I feel very peaceful and safe during my visit there. Anyone can go strait, get dharshan and return.

Jai Mahakali. It is said that a visit to Thillai Kali temple is a must after visiting Chidambaram Nataraja temple. Beautiful to see the ferocious yet compassionate form of the Mother.

Very old temple..need maintenance. Auto facility is available, from bustand. Toilet facilities not available around the temple.

The path to visit temple above should be cleanly maintained. Seems the surrounding atmosphere is not clean and also some alcoholics mis-using the surrounding place after temple closed..

We visit this temple every year, I'm based from bangalore, after visiting here I feel blessed she is powerful God,whoever facing problems at life please do visit. Enemies evil eye black magic everything will clear

800 year's old Temple . most powerful Temple.

A Wow place to be. Apart from the bliss feel a place with lots of history and heritage to cherish. Spending more time can open a loads of between lines.

Very old and traditional temple... Maintenance if better compared to past 5-10 yrs... More to improve on maintenance part

Great experience, It was my first time visiting, It was marvelous, The temple visit was auspicious with full of red colour, You have to pay some parking charges if you are going with a four wheeler. Wait for the priest to do the regular rituals, stay some more time and experience the divine.

The temple is dedicated to Kaliamma who danced with Lord Nataraja swamy in competition.

One of the oldest temple in chidambaram and Amman is the main goddess. This temple is special for Thillai Kali amman.

One of the holiest shrines with the worst maintenance. The entire complex is very dirty despite the efforts of the cleaning staff. The devotees have to share the major blame for this. The temple staff are more interested in making money than helping the pilgrims. The approach road is awful.

Normally we visit first thilai Kali. Then only we go to natraja temple. Only worry is if you decide to do any archanai. You compulsorily have to pay atleast Rs 50 ( min ) to the priest. I given Rs 20 but he is fighting with me and asked another Rs 30. Normally i don't fight for this silly problem . It's uncnesseey get disturbing the peace . Even i told i don't have change . he keep on arguing with me. Finally he returned back the money . I really don't understand this kind of behaviour.....in natraja temple they priest are doing marketing inside the temple. ...

It is located very near around 500 m from natraja temple chidambaram. Very powerful God where the entire goddess is dressed up in kumkum and the eyes are alone kept open.. Very nice and divine experience.

Divinely temple for all our wish success we must make a visit also to big temple whenever we go here for our prayers

Need more maintenance..