About Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple
The ancient temple of Ratnagiri Balamurugan was built in the 14th century and is one of the oldest structures in Vellore. This humble yet colorful temple that sits atop a hill is believed to be the home of Murugan, the God of Devas, and visited by hundreds of devotees everyday.
Freedom to make your own trip!
What you want, when you want and how you want.
Places to Visit near Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple
Balamathi Hills, Tamil Nadu
5.8 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
The small village of Balamathi, only 17 kilometers east of Vellore, offers a sweeping panoramic view of the Eastern Ghats. Its an ideal get away...
Read more
Vellore Fort, Tamil Nadu
13.9 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
Vellore Fort is a 16th century fort located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, built during the reign Vijayanagara empire. This fort is famous for its large...
Read more
Church of South India, Vellore, Tamil Nadu
14.1 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
The Church of South India is only 150 years old but it has already played a significant part in history as its cemetery is the final resting place...
Read more
French Bungalow, Tamil Nadu
28.9 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
According to legend, the French Bungalow, or the “French Castle”, was built by a Mysore prince who fell in love and married a beautiful French...
Read more
Sripuram Golden Temple, Tamil Nadu
31.3 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
Sripuram Golden Temple is newly-built Sri Lakshmi Temple is aptly named the Golden temple because of its intricately-carved exterior, which is...
Read more
Amirthi Zoological Park, Tamil Nadu
41.9 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
Also in the Javadi Hills, near the Amirthi River, is the 25-hectare Amirthi Zoological Park or also known as Amirithi Forest . This forest serves...
Read more
Ekambeswarar Temple, Tamil Nadu
54.4 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
The temple is located on the northern part of Kanchipuram. Amidst of 23 acres of land, with tallest tower of 59 m high, the temple is termed as...
Read more
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, Tamil Nadu
54.4 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
One of the most important Hindu Monastic Institution, Kanchi Mutt was originally founded by Adi Guru Shankaracharya from Kaladi. It was then named...
Read more
Kumarakottam Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, Tamil Nadu
54.6 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
This temple is dedicated to Lord Muruga (Lord Skanda). Lord Muruga is son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This temple is located between...
Read more
Kailasanathar Temple, Tamil Nadu
54.8 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
The history of Kailasanathar Temple dates back to 5th century. RajaSimha Pallava started the construction and was completed by his son Mahendra...
Read more
Kanchi Kamatchi Amman Temple, Tamil Nadu
55.1 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
Being built in 4th century by Cholas, Temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. Here the Goddess is termed as “Kamatchi...
Read more
Thiruparuthikundram Jain Temple, Tamil Nadu
56.1 km from Ratnagiri Balamurugan Temple - See map
Located in the suburbs of Kanchipuram, this Jain Temple is a standing example for the existence of Jainism in Kanchipuram in ancient period. Built...
Read more
