Built by the Pallava ruler, Nandivarman in the 7th Century AD. It has great sculptures and inscription which speak of its history and the history of the city itself. Its inner walls are decorated with lion shaped pillars. 

Like the Kailasanathar temple, this temple gains local importance on the holy night of the Vaishnavites - Vaikunda Ekadasi. Except on that day, this temple is easily accessible to tourists. 

As mentioned earlier, this being a Vaishnavite temple, is closed after noon, to be opened in the evening. Hence, the most appropriate time to visit this is during the morning hours.