Subramanya Swamy Temple also known as Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Muruga. The temple is located about 8 km from Madurai. It is one of the six holy abodes of Lord Murugan, popularly known as Arupadaiveedu. This is the place where Lord Murugan married Deivayanai, the divine daughter of Lord Indra, after killing the demon Surapadman. Lord Muruga then worshipped Lord Shiva known here as Parangirinathar.
As per legend, a demon King Surapadman followed penance to pacify Lord Shiva and was blessed with boons. As a result, he obtained enormous powers, which were misused by him to capture and trouble the Devas. To release the Devas from the bondage, Lord Indra sought the help of Muruga, who then fought a severe battle with Surapadman in Thiruparankundram, killing him instantly. The lance of Murugan pierced Surapadman, splitting him into two pieces that later became his divine vehicles, peacock and rooster. This event is celebrated in grandeur as Skanda Sashti festival in all the temples of Murugan.
Unlike the other temples of Arupadai Veedu, Lord Muruga graces the devotees in a sitting posture. He is seen in his divine wedding form with his consort Deivayanai.
The Lord’s Vel at this temple is given utmost importance since Lord Muruga came to this place victoriously after defeating the demon Surpadman with the power of this weapon. Abishekam is performed to the Vel weapon of Lord Muruga. Only a scented paste called punugu is applied on the Lord.
Daily Routine:
Pooja | Timing |
| Thiruvananthal | 5:30 AM |
Vizha Poojai | 7:30 AM |
| Kalasanthi | 8:00 AM |
Thirukala santhi | 10:00 AM |
| Uchikalam | 12:00 PM |
sayaratchai | 5:30 PM |
| Artha Jamam | 8:45 PM |
Palliyarai | 9:00 PM |
Fee details:
Details | INR Price |
| Paadha kaanikai | 1001 |
Registration for Marriage | 2000 |
| Maapilai Azhaipu | 501 |
Azhaipidhazh(Invitation card) | 101 |
| Camera | 100 |
Heavy vehicles | 100 |
| 4 wheeler parking | 50 |
Entrance fee | 50 |
| Special entrance fee | 100 |
Shanmugar Archanai | 1000 |
| Shanmugar special abhishekam | 500 |
Utsavar Thirukalyanam | 1000 |
| Utsavar special abhishekam | 500 |
Ghee donation | 400 |
| One time food offering for elephant | 600 |
Annadhanam (Food offering for 125 persons) | 2000 |
| Thangaratham (Golden chariot) | 2000 |
Thangavel abhishekam (Golden lance anointing) | 2000 |
| One day Annadhanam for 125 persons | 2000 |
Permanent endowment for one day’s Annadhanam Scheme (The Annadhanam will be done on the day of your choice every year ) | 20000 |
For more details on the temple, please visit the official website of Subramanya Swamy Temple
Temple Timings:
05:00 AM to 01:00 PM
04:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Temple Address:
Arulmigu Subramaniaswamy thirukovil,
Thiruparakundram,
Madurai – 625 005, TamilNadu.
Temple Contact Details:
Phone: 0452-2484359, 2482248.
How to reach:
By Air:
The nearest major airport is Madurai at a distance of 10 km.
By Rail:
Thiruparankundram has its own railway station. The nearest major railway station is Madurai junction at a distance of 8 km.
By Road:
This temple town has adequate buses from Madurai in the Thirumangalam route.