Egattur is located in Chennai in the state of Tamil Nadu . It is a popular residential locality and is well connected to other parts of the city via roadways. Egattur lies at the foothills of Western Ghats and is surrounded by picturesque hills and valleys. The place is equidistant from Tiruvannamalai to the east and Cuddalore to the west. The richness of lakes and ponds and its verdant forests make Egattur one of the most beautiful places of Tamil Nadu. Historical records show that Egattur was once ruled by the Cheras, Pandyas, Pallavas and Vijayanagar kings. The main religious festivals celebrated in Egattur are the chariot festivals of Ayambulingeswarar Temple and Pallikonda Perumal Temple, which attract thousands of visitors during these festivals. Other tourist attractions include Poovankurichi temple, Kottaiamman temple, Chennimalai Murugan temple and Vayalur Jain Manikkam temple.