Palani Murugan Temple
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📍 Palani, Tamil Nadu
⭐ Featured National SignificanceOne of the most visited Murugan temples, Palani is where Lord Murugan as Dandayudhapani resides atop a hill, famous for its panchamrita abhishekam and the sacred Palani Panchamirtham prasadam.
🕒 Practical Information
🕉️ Spiritual Details
Lord Dandayudhapani (Murugan)
Murugan Temple
Dandayudhapani, Palani Andavar, Bala Murugan
✨ Spiritual Highlights
The temple grants wisdom and knowledge, success in education, spiritual strength, removal of obstacles, protection from enemies, and the blessing of the divine staff that guides devotees on the right path.
The temple is famous for miraculous healing through Panchamirtham prasadam, the sacred Navapashanam idol's powers, spiritual experiences during hill climb, and numerous wish fulfillment stories.
Climbing the 659 steps as penance, performing panchamrita abhishekam, offering prayers for wisdom and knowledge, consuming sacred Panchamirtham prasadam, and carrying kavadi during festivals.
Wisdom and spiritual knowledge, success in education and learning, removal of obstacles and enemies, spiritual strength and guidance, healing through sacred prasadam, and divine protection.
📖 About Palani Murugan Temple
Palani Murugan Temple, located on Palani Hills in Tamil Nadu, is one of the six main abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of Lord Murugan and one of the most visited temples in South India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Dandayudhapani, a form of Murugan holding a divine staff. According to legend, this is where Murugan came after losing the divine fruit contest to his brother Ganesha, declaring "I myself am the fruit of wisdom." The temple is famous for its unique idol made of Navapashanam (nine minerals) created by sage Bogar, and the sacred Panchamirtham prasadam. The hilltop location requires either a climb of 659 steps or a winch/rope car ride.
🏛️ Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (9th Century CE (ancient origins))
Hilltop temple architecture, gold-plated tower, sacred steps pathway, rope car system, panoramic valley views
Sacred Navapashanam Murugan idol, divine staff (Danda), Panchamirtham preparation area, Bogar cave, Idumban shrine
🎉 Festivals & Celebrations
Thai Pusam: January-February, Panguni Uthiram: March-April, Vaikasi Visakam: May-June
Panchamrita abhishekam ceremonies, kavadi offerings, hill climbing devotions, special Panchamirtham distribution
Monsoon hill temple celebrations, winter festival seasons, summer special arrangements
🙏 Rituals & Traditions
Panchamrita abhishekam (honey, milk, ghee, banana, jaggery), daily pujas, kavadi ceremonies, Panchamirtham preparation rituals
Sacred hill climbing tradition, Panchamirtham prasadam preparation customs, kavadi carrying practices, Navapashanam idol reverence
Famous sacred Panchamirtham prasadam made with specific proportions of honey, banana, ghee, jaggery, cardamom, and dates
👕 Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Indian attire preferred. Comfortable clothing for hill climb. Remove footwear before entering.
Hilltop location with 659 steps. Winch and rope car services available. Some accessibility for elderly via mechanical transport.
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🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Lord Dandayudhapani (Murugan)
Murugan Temple
4:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Palani, Tamil Nadu
Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, Palani Hills, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu 624601, India
✈️ How to Reach
Madurai Airport (100 km)
Palani Railway Station (7 km)
Palani Bus Stand (6 km)
By Road: Well connected from Madurai, Coimbatore. By Train: Palani station available. Hill climb or rope car to temple.
🏨 Accommodation
Various accommodations available including temple guest houses, hotels, and lodges in Palani town.
🗺️ Nearby Attractions
Kodaikanal Hill Station, Dindigul Fort, Sirumalai Hills, and Western Ghats attractions
🙏 Associated Deities
🎧 Audio Guide Available
Audio guide is available for this temple to enhance your spiritual experience.