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Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple

Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

4.6 (0)

Overview

The first of Murugan's six abodes — his wedding shrine carved straight into the hill's living rock by the Pandyas.

Why visit: Begin the Arupadai Veedu where Murugan married Deivanai.

Things to do

›Rock-cut sanctum
›Nayak mandapa halls
›Hilltop Kasi Viswanathar walk

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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Mar; Thai Poosam

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹100–200

Duration

1–2 hrs

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