Thiruthani Murugan Temple — Timings 2026

Complete schedule of darshan, aarti, sevas, festivals and prasadam details.

🕒 Opens 5:30 AM 🕘 Closes 8:30 PM 📍 Tamil Nadu Open Now

âš ī¸Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

Thiruthani Murugan Temple

Accommodation near Thiruthani Murugan Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days
Session Timings Status Notes
🛕 Temple Opening
5:30 AM
Open
General days
🙏 Morning Darshan
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Open
Best before 9 AM
⏸ Afternoon Break
Between sessions
Closed
Rituals & cleaning
🙏 Evening Darshan
4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Open
🔒 Temple Closing
8:30 PM
Closed
â„šī¸ Thiruthani, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Temple on hill — 365 steps (one for each day of the year). Accessible by steps.
📅 Step climbing recommended in cool morning hours.
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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule
Thiruvanandal
Dawn worship.
Time : 5:30 AM
Price : Free
Kalasanthi
Morning pooja.
Time : 7:00 AM
Price : Free
Uchikala Pooja
Midday.
Time : 12:00 PM
Price : Free
Sayaraksha
Evening.
Time : 6:00 PM
Price : Free
Ardhajama
Night ritual.
Time : 8:00 PM
Price : Free
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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing
Darshan Type Price Wait Time Booking
🆓 General Darshan
Climb 365 steps or use ramp.
Free
20–60 min
Walk-in
⭐ Special Darshan
Priority entry.
₹50 – ₹100
10–20 min
Counter
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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings
Abhishekam
🕐 Morning
₹300 – ₹2,000
Sacred bath of Lord Murugan.
Archana
🕐 All day
₹51 – ₹201
Personal prayer.
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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations
October / November
Skanda Sashti
6-day festival.
đŸ‘Ĩ Very High crowd 📅 6 days
January / February
Thai Pusam
Kavadi festival.
đŸ‘Ĩ Very High crowd 📅 10 days
📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.
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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food
Vibhuti
Free
Sacred ash.
Prasad Packet
₹20 – ₹50
Temple sweets.
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How to Reach

Nearest transport options

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Nearest Airport:

Chennai Airport (80 km)

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Nearest Railway:

Arakkonam Railway Station (25 km)

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Nearest Bus Stop:

Thiruthani Bus Stand (2 km)

Frequently Asked Questions