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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.

Lord Muruga happens to be the renowned and the most widely worshipped Lord in Tamil Nadu. Aarupadai Veedu Trip, one of the most famous among the South Indian temple tours is indeed a must visit trip.

Aarupadai Veedu is the Six Adobes or the Six War Houses of The Lord Muruga. Though there are many temples that are dedicated Lord Muruga, these six temples are considered very important and hence, deserve a special mention.

Palani

Thiru Avinankudi temple in Palani is one of the most ancient temples in Dindigul Dist., situated perfectly at an elevation of about 1500 feet above the sea level. Lord Muruga of the temple is known as ‘Kuzhanthai Velayuthaswami’. He is also known as Dhandayuthapani. Danda – Staff, Ayutha – weapon, Pani – Hands. The Lord who is having a staff as a weapon in His hands. This is the place where Murugan resided after his feud with his family over a divine fruit. The statue is made of Navabashanam and was designed by sage Boghar.

Swamimalai

Swamimalai temple, also known as Thiruverakam is located at a distance of 5KM from Kumbakonam and is built on artificial Hill. Lord Swaminathan is the presiding deity worshipped in the temple. The temple honors the incident where Lord Muruga explained the essence of the Pranava Mantra “OM” to His father Lord Shiva.

Thiruchendur

Thiruchendur is perfectly located in the Tuticorin district along the Indian Ocean. The fight between Lord Murugan and Asura King Soorapadman took place in Thiruchendur. Hence, Thiruchendur is the only place (Padai Veedu or War House) where Lord Muruga stayed with His army when he went to destroy the Demon. The temple commemorates the event, “Soorasamharam” in a grand manner every year.

Thiruparankundram

This is considered as the first of Aarupadai Veedu. The temple is also known as Paramakundru and it is located near Madurai. Thiruparankundram is the place where Lord Murugan married the divine daughter of Lord Indra, Devasana (Deivayanai). The famous Tamil Scholar Nakkeerar worshipped Lord Muruga of this shrine.

Thiruthani

Thiruthani is located near Chennai. In this temple, Lord Murugan reclaimed his inner peace after waging a war with the Demon Soorapadman and married Valli here. One of the famous festivals that are celebrated here is the Kannadi Sevai. During this festival, the six faces of the Lord are exposed through the mirror.

Pazhamudircholai

Pazhamudircholai is the 6^th Aarupadai Veedu located on the outskirts of Madurai. The place is also called as Solai Malai. The Holy stream at this temple is known as “Nupura Ganga” and it is believed that Lord Muruga took bath in this water. This is the only temple among the six adobes where He graces His devotees with both his consorts Valli and Deivanai. Also, this is the place where Lord appeared before the great Tamil Poetess Avvaiyar asking her for Sutta Pazham or Sudadha Pazham.

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Subramanya Swamy Temple, Thiruparankundram

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