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Clock Tower

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Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Monument
Entry: Paid

The Clock Tower was built to commemorate the coronation of King George V. This tower was also built in the memory of the 14 English soldiers, who fought in World War I from this region and lost their lives. Read More »

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Church of South India

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Ranked 2 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Church

The Church of South India was established at the time when the Reform Church of America came to the North Arcot District. This church is one of the biggest churches in the region and is around 150 years old. Close to the church is a graveyard, in which the British soldiers who died during the... Read More »

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State Government Museum

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Ranked 3 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Museum
Entry: Paid

The State Government Museum is a prominent tourist attraction within the Vellore Fort. This museum was opened in 1985. The museum holds a display of numerous objects of art, archaeology, pre-history, weapons and sculptures. There are also exhibits of wood carvings, handicrafts, numismatics,... Read More »

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Vellore Fort

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Ranked 4 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Fort

The Vellore Fort, formerly the headquarters of the Vijayanagara Empire, is a large 16th-century fort in Vellore. The administration of this fort passed from the Vijayanagara kings to the Bijapur Sultans. From them, this fort went into the hands of the Marathas and then to the Carnatic Nawabs.... Read More »

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Sripuram Golden Temple

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Ranked 5 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

Sripuram Golden Temple is a Mahalakshmi temple, which was inaugurated on 24th August, 2007. The temple covering and the sculptures are made of more than 1500 kg of pure gold. Spread over an area of 4,04,685.642 sq m, this temple is one of the largest golden temples in the world. It was... Read More »

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Amirthi Zoological Park

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Ranked 6 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Zoo
Entry: Paid

Amirthi Zoological Park spreads over an area of 2,50,000 sq m. Situated under the Javadu Hills of Tellaiacross Amirthi River, the park was opened in October, 1967. It is popular for its waterfalls, swing and animal habitats. Visitors can spot animals and birds like spotted deer,... Read More »

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Jalakandeswarar Temple

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Ranked 7 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

The Jalakandeswarar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped here in the form of Jalakandeswarar. The temple is named Jalakandeswarar, as it is located at a lower height than the temple moat. This temple was once closed for a very long time, when its main deity was taken away... Read More »

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Ratnagiri Murugan Temple

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Ranked 8 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

The Ratnagiri Murugan Temple, built around the 14th century, is an ancient temple situated in Vellore. According to a local belief, the divine power in the temple manifests its blessings in three forms. One is in the form of the Lord Murugan idol which has been installed inside the... Read More »

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Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese

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Ranked 9 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Religious

The Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese is situated next to the Bishop's House. In 2001, when the church was rebuilt, it turned into a major religious centre. The major attraction of this temple is a bell tower, which is said to be the highest bell tower in India. Read More »

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Kavalur Observatory

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Ranked 10 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Other
Entry: Paid

The Kavalur Observatory, also known as Vainu Bappu Observatory, is home to the largest telescope in Asia. Located in Kavalur in the Javadu Hills in Alangayam, this observatory is situated at an altitude of 725 m above mean sea level. The observatory has been set away from the city in... Read More »

Balamathi

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Ranked 11 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Village

Balamathi, famous for its Balamurugan Temple, is a small village located atop the Eastern Ghats. It takes a drive of around 30 minutes from Vellore and is famous for the Balamurugan Temple. Read More »

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Ratnagiri Temple

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Ranked 12 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

The Ratnagiri Temple is dedicated to Lord Balamurugan, whose deity can be seen here in two forms. One of the forms is of Lord Thirukkolam with his wives Valli and Deivanai. The other form is of Lord Gurukkolam. This temple also comprises different shrines of Lord Ganesh, Lord Sani and the... Read More »

Sri Selva Vinayagar Temple

Rank 13

Ranked 13 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

Sri Selva Vinayagar Temple at Shenbakkam is located about three kilometres away from Vellore. Sri Selva Vinayagar and Somasundareswarar are the presiding deities of this temple. Selva Vinayagar is surrounded by eleven Vinayagars. Some of them are Bala Vinayahar, Nadana Vinayahar, Ohmkara... Read More »

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Subramanyar Temple

Rank 14

Ranked 14 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

The Subramanyar Temple is a famous temple in Kangeyanallur, which is a town in Vellore District. This temple is around 500 years old, but was renovated in the 20th century. The deity of Subramanyar in a standing posture, flanked by consorts Valli and Deivayanai, can be seen at this temple.... Read More »

French Bungalow

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Ranked 15 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Monument
Entry: Paid

The French Bungalow which was built by a minor prince of the Mysore state, Srinivasa Iyer, is a prominent attraction. This bungalow was constructed by him for residential purposes, after he married a French woman. Presently, the bungalow is mainly in ruins due to low maintenance. It has... Read More »

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Sri Lakshmi Narsimha Swamy Temple

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Ranked 16 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

Sri Lakshmi Narsimha Swamy Temple at Singiri Koil is a shrine dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narasimha. Built by the local chieftain, Rajavarman, this temple is around 1,000 years old. With a height of around 80 to 90 feet and situated on a small hillock, this temple can be reached after... Read More »

Vallimalai Subramanyar Temple

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Ranked 17 of 17
Places to Visit in Vellore

Type: Temple

Vallimalai Subramanyar Temple is a rock cut hill temple, which is situated on the slopes of Javvadhu Hills, on the banks of River Palar. Devotees can reach the temple by climbing a flight of 300 steps. Along with the Vallimalai Subramanyar Temple, shrines of Vinayakar and Kasi Viswanathar are... Read More »

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List of best place to see in Vellore and Photos of Tourist Attractions in Vellore.Clock Tower, Church of South India, State Government Museum, Vellore Fort, Sripuram Golden Temple, Amirthi Zoological Park, Jalakandeswarar Temple, Ratnagiri Murugan Temple, Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese, Kavalur Observatory, Balamathi, Ratnagiri Temple, Sri Selva Vinayagar Temple, Subramanyar Temple, French Bungalow, Sri Lakshmi Narsimha Swamy Temple, Vallimalai Subramanyar Temple.