Arulmigu Shri Dhandayuthapani Temple, Palani is one among the Six Abodes of Lord Murugan situated in the town of Palani in Dindigul. The hill has 365 steps, which indicates 365 days of the year. Palani Murugan Temple is referred as the third “Arupadaiveedu” located at an elevation of about 1500 ft above sea level. It’s charming campus let you take a look at Kodaikanal Hills, Idumban Hills, Western Ghats, rivers, tanks, greenery of paddy fields and the entire town of Palani. During daytime, Palani is found to be Hill beautiful and it is Hill Resplendent at the night.
Tourist attractions:
The chief deity of Palani is called as Dandayudhapani Swamy who is the lord having staff in his hand. The shrine present in the sanctum sanctorum is made of amalgam of nine poisonous minerals popularly known as Navabashana. Inside Palani Murugan Temple, Bogar Samadhi is there for which the entrance has a cave –like structure. On the exterior walls of sanctum sanctorum, there are several edicts made by Pandya Kings.
When it comes to front Mandapam, there are several artistic and beautiful sculptures including parrot, deer, peacock, karpaga vriksha and many more. Near the Raja Gopuram, you will able to see an excellent sculpture of a young lady who carries her child in right arm and have a flower basket in the left arm. There are also pillars found with Yaali in Paaravel Mandapam. Sculptures of good and young looking damsels present in the Ardha Mandapam create a feel of admirations in the minds of each and every visitor.
The sanctum of chief deity is completely equipped with art works. Moreover, the ceilings have Kodungai designs, which speak the talent of sculptors. In the Navaranga Mandam, you will find the dancing idols of Lord Shiva and Lord kali. In this Hill temple, Valli Sunai is considered as the most ancient as well as holiest dip to take bath previous to worshipping at the temple. There are many winch trolleys to climb the hill other than the traditional way of 697 steps. Timings: 6.00 am to 8.00 pm
Palani Temple Timings:
1 5:40 AM Viswaroopa Darshan 2 6:00 AM – 6:50 AM Darshan 3 6:50 AM – 7:15 AM Vila Pooja 4 7:15 AM – 8:00 AM Darshan 5 8:00 AM – 8:25 AM Sirukalasanthi 6 8:25 AM – 9:00 AM Darshan 5 9:00 AM – 9:25 AM Kalasanthi 6 9:25 AM – 12:00 PM Darshan 7 12:00 PM – 12:25 PM Uchikala Pooja 8 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM Darshan 9 5:30 PM – 5:55 PM Sayaraksha Pooja 10 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Darshan 11 8:00 PM – 8:25 PM Rakaia Pooja 12 8:30 PM – 8:45 PM Darshan 13 9:00 PM Temple closing hours
Rope care timings and charges:
Operation timing: Morning: 7.00 am to 1.30 pm Evening: 2.30 pm to 9.00 pm Charges: One way trip: Rs. 10 for adults, Rs.5 for children Special way: Rs.50 for both adults & children
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Palani Temple Contact Number
Address: Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy temple, 315 Head Office, North Giri Street, Palani, Dindigul – 624601.
Contact number: 04545242236
Email: palanimurugan@tnhrce.com
How to reach:
Madurai Airport is 140 Km from temple Dindigul railway station is the nearest station, which is 60 KM from the temple Even buses are also available frequently from other major cities to Palani Accommodation: The devasthanam has built pilgrim’s resthouses, cottages and single, double as well as deluxe air-conditioned rooms for reasonable rates
Palani Murugan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located in Palani, Tamil Nadu, India. It is considered one of the six major abodes (Arupadaiveedu) of Lord Murugan.
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Arulmigu Shri Dhandayuthapani Temple, Palani is one among the Six Abodes of Lord Murugan situated in the town of Palani in Dindigul. The hill has 365 steps, which indicates 365 days of the year. Palani Murugan Temple is referred as the third “Arupadaiveedu” located at an elevation of about 1500 ft above sea level. It’s charming campus let you take a look at Kodaikanal Hills, Idumban Hills, Western Ghats, rivers, tanks, greenery of paddy fields and the entire town of Palani. During daytime, Palani is found to be Hill beautiful and it is Hill Resplendent at the night.
