GUDIYAM CAVE
Goonipalayam, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.
Gudiyam Caves are rock shelters in South India and known for prehistoric stone tools and culture. They were first identified by British geologist Robert Bruce Foote. Archaeological evidence suggests that the caves were used by Paleolithic Man. The site has been excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India in 1963 and 1964. Systematic paleolithic studies in this region indicate these sites suggest extensive movement of early hominids across the landscape about 200,000 years ago. Sixteen such shelters have been identified by the Archaeological Survey of India in Allikulli Hill ranges near Poondi.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to October
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
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Do not consume liquor and go in to the caves.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Pudur Bus Stand |
19.4 KM | 044-26575556 |
 Manavur Railway Station |
32.4 KM | 139 |
 Chennai International Airport |
62.5 KM | 044-22561122 |
What to Carry
Carry Water Bottles & SnacksSuitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Parking
Parking is Available for 5 Cars
Route Alert
The Paths are filled with huge pebblesNearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Goonipalayam | 7.3 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI VAACHEESWARAR TEMPLE
One of the 276 Devara Padal Petra Shiva Sthalams & 16th Shiva Sthalam in Thondai Nadu
SRI VAIDHYA VEERARAGHAVA SWAMY TEMPLE
Lord Vishnu in a reclining posture blessing sage Salihotra
SRI VADARANYESWARAR TEMPLE
One of the 276 Devara Paadal Petra sthalams and 15th Shiva sthalam
SRI IMUKTEESWARAR TEMPLE
Pancha Bhootas worshipped Lord Shiva here
SRI SIVANANDESWARAR TEMPLE
One of the 276 Devara Paadal Petra Sthalams and 18th Shiva Sthalam in Thondai Nadu
TIRUTHANI SUBRAMANYA SWAMY TEMPLE
One of the six most sacred places of Lord Muruga
SRI JAGANNATHA PERUMAL KOVIL
Jagannatha swamy is seen here in sitting posture
SRI SENGALAMMAN TEMPLE
To avoid accidents, people perform pooja to their new Vehicle's here
SRI NOOTRETEESWARAR TEMPLE
Seeds from Eranjhil tree are attracted back to the tree trunk and merges after some period
SRI PUSHPARATHESWARAR TEMPLE
Temple pond has medicinal power which can cure Skin & Eye diseases
Nearest Attractions
DamPOONDI DAM
Poondi reservoir acts as the important water source for Chennai city
MuseumARCHEOLOGY MUSEUM POONDI
Museum exclusively for the exhibits of the pre-historic artefacts found in around Poondi
OutdoorQUEENS LAND
It is a place really worth spending your valuable time
BeachTIRUVOTTIYUR BEACH
Famous for Kappal Matha Church
FortFORT GELDRIA
Was the seat of the Dutch Republic's first settlement in India
BoatingPULICAT BOATING
Pulicat Lake Boating is perfect to enjoy within the arms of nature
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