Lathur

Lathur is situated to the east of Madurantakam in Kanchipuram District. Lathur is bounded by Karunkuzhi in the north-west, Chittamur in the south-west and Kuvattur in the east.

Adi Parasakthi Temple at Melmaruvathur is a popular pilgrim center nearby. Shiva Temple at Cheyyur, Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, the 400-year-old Dutch fort at Sadras and the UNESCO Certified World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram are the tourist attractions accessible from Lathur.

By road, Lathur can be reached from Madurantakam. Nearest airport is Chennai International Airport and the railhead is Madurantakam Railway Station.