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Tirupparankundram sometimes known as Thenparankundram, located 8 Kms South of Madurai Railway Junction, Madurai. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Tirupparankundram sometimes known as Thenparankundram, is a 8th century rock cut cave temple dedicated to Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya), the second son of Shiva. Tirupparankundram Temple alias Murugan temple, one of the six abodes, is considered as the first and foremost temple of Lord Muruga. Several myths and legends are associated with this temple and one of them says that it is at this place that the Lord Muruga defeated the demon Surapadman and got married to Deivayani (daughter of Deivendran). The Tirupparankundram shrine, having 48 artistic carved pillars, is a large rectangular chamber excavated into the huge main rock. One could reach the mandapam (hall) of the temple through a small flight of steps which has some ancient sculptures including that of Nataraja and his consort Sivakami and Lord Shiva in the form of ‘Arthanareeswarar’ (i.e half man, half women). On the outer wall, there are sculputers of Ganesha and the three Saiva saints.
Tirupparankundram Murugan Temple
HistoryEdit
Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple is a rock-cut temple carved out of the mountain is considered as one of the abodes of Lord Murugan. Built in 8th century by Pandya King, the shrine in the temple is cut out of a solid rock. The temple houses shrines of Lord Subramanya, Lord Shiva, Lord Vinayaka, Goddess Durga, Lord Vishnu and other deities. There are number of cubical pillars with lotus medallions at the entrance of temple. The temple has innumerable cave shrines that are small and approached through narrow dark passages. The inscriptions on the chamber walls are believed to date back to the early medieval period. The temple is a place from where sun and moon can be seen together at different times of the day. This temple is considered holy for conducting marriages, as it is believed that marriage of Lord Subramanya was celebrated in this temple.
Must SeeEdit
Attraction
Visiting TimeEdit
9.00 AM – 6.30
Closed OnEdit
N.A
Best Season to VisitEdit
Oct – Mar
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1 to 2 hours
Ticket Required : No Edit
Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A
Kids Rs. : N.A
Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A
Kids Rs. : N.A
Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A
Video Camera Rs. : N.A
Guide Required : N.A Edit
Approximate cost: N.A
Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit
Dress Require: N.A
Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit
- Doshika Resturant ; TCE Avaniyapuram Rd, Thiruparankundram ; Ph/M – N.A ; Food Serve – Indian.
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.
Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.
Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.
Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.
Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.
Things to CarryEdit
- Camera, Plenty of water.
Safety / WarningEdit
- Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100
- Fire : 101
- Ambulance : 102
