Located in the temple town of Chidambaram, 78 km south of Pondicherry and 60 km north of Karaikal in Cuddalore District, Chidambaram is one of the five holiest Shiva temples, each representing one of the five natural elements; Chidambaram represents akasha (aether).
The historic temple has Lord Nataraja (Shiva) and Lord Govindaraja Perumal as the presiding dieties.
There are 6 poojas in a day: The temple opens at 7 AM and is closed in the afternoon from Noon to 4:30 PM and is open till 10 PM in the night.