Thillai Kaali Amman Temple
Goddes kali who competed with lord natarja in dance
Pichavaram
15 Rs toll road
on the road from Chennai
State forest with unique mangrove lake. Boat tours of the lake take about 2 hours, with some impressive views of this ecological site.
Sattanathar Temple
Really a good temple a must-visit
Bhuvanagiri
Located 7 km north from chidambaram town - birth place baghavan sri raghavendra swamigal
Annamalai Nagar
university unique place not only for education but with old style buildings
Maruthur,
Located 17km north from chidambaram town, birth place of vallalar ramalinga swamigal