A tribute to a storied poet

Valluvar Kottam stands as a grand monument in Chennai's heart, honouring revered classical Tamil poet and saint Thiruvalluvar with its temple-chariot-like structure. At 39 metres in height, this extraordinary structure stands as an incredible testament to Tamil Nadu's cultural inheritance and literary brilliance - you are welcomed into its premises by an effigy of this revered saint to pay respects to his inheritance.

Valluvar Kottam stands as an structural masterpiece of lasting wisdom, both for its grandeur and singular design. Without any supporting columns for structure, its giant columns in both auditorium and hall corridors showcase 1,330 verses from Thirukkural by Thiruvalluvar over 2000 years ago that reflect human wisdom - making Valluvar Kottam an extraordinary fusion of art, literature and sacred tradition.