Temple Darshan, Pooja and Sevas Information Infoirmation Website Palani Temple is one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan. Lord Murugan was known by Dhandayuthapani.
Palani Temple Legends
There lived a demon by the name Idumban, who carried Sivagiri and Sakthigiri hills by dropping them on either side of the rod. Idumban dropped the hills here at Palani to take rest before continuing further south. Murugan as a young boy climbed to the top of the hills and established his abode. Idumban was not able to lift the hills again and noticed a young boy who is claiming this as his own place. In a defiance battle, Young Murugan killed the demon. Just before death, demon prayed the Lord that whoever reaches this holy shrine with Kavadi should be blessed and also requested Lord to make him as a guardian for this hills. Lord Murugan granted both his wishes.
Another interesting story associated with Lord Murugan abode at Palani Temple. Once Sage Narada offered a glittering mango to Lord Siva and Goddess Parvathi and told them that the fruit can’t be cut as it may lose its properties. As Lord Siva can’t have fruit without offering to Goddess Parvathi, they decided to present this to one of their Child, Lord Ganesha and Lord Murugan. Goddess organized a competition that whoever goes around the world for thrice and finishes first will be presented with the mango.
Murugan set off immediately on his vahanam peacock while Lord Ganesh went around his parents as they his world. On return, Murugan surprised to see Mango in the Ganesha’s hand. Angered Murugan, left Kailash and started staying on Palani Hills in the Earth. Lord Siva and Goddess Parvathi to please Young Murugan, said that “Pazham Nee”, which means “You are the fruit”. As the time passes by it got syncopated to “Palani”.
Palani Murugan Idol
The main deity inside the sanctum sanctorum is of 3.5 feet tall, is said to have been made by the famous Ayurvedic Doctor, Bhogar who lived 3000 years ago. This idol was made out 9 rare herbs called Navabhasanam.
Palani Temple History
Palani is also known as Thiruavinankudi. This temple was built by the King Cheeman Perumal from Kerala in 7th century A.D. Later this temple was renovated by the Nayaks and Pandya Kings, Navaranga mandapam was built during this time. This temple resembles south Indian temple architecture with Gopuras, Vimana, Pillared bays.
Palani Temple Timings
6:00 am – 8:00 pm
On Festival Days, Nijaroopa Darshan Timings: 5:00 am
Palani Temple Rope Car
Operation Timings: 7:00 am – 1:30 pm , 2:30 pm – 9:00 pm
One way Trip Fare: Rs.15.
Special way: Rs.50
How to reach Palani Temple?
- Temple is 140 km from Madurai Airport
- The nearest Railway station is at Dindigul, which is 60 km from Temple.
- Temple is 64 km from Kodaikanal hills
- From Chennai, Temple is
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Any dress code for normal darshan
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traditional wear is preferred
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Any festivals in the month of july at palani.
V want to have less crowd in july month.
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Dear sir, you can visit the temple this month its lesser crowd only, Thank you sir.
is there bus service available after 10 Pm to palani from dindugul railway station
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please call at 9393939150 for detailed information
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I will special dharshinam agust28th available
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you can get directly at counter no advance booking.
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I want to book a “Uchikala Abiseka Ticket” on any day between 17th & 21st August.Inform me how I can book it on li
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you need to book that directly on arrival no online booking for that.
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Good morning sir. Devasthnam rooms available in this month on 14.8.18
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you need to book in advance please contact 9393939150 for accommdoation booking in palani.
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How to book trust rooms
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All temple rooms are fully booked if you need alternate accommodation we can guide you please call at 9393939150.
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trust rooms are available on 21.8.18
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you can book online, please contact 9393939150 for booking accommodation in palani.
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Can I take my 10 month old baby to here , and to complete the head shaving nercha
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yes you can do that .
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On 29 .9 .2018 , I need 2 tickets for Golden Chariot . My number 9842213448
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sure sir we can assist you please contact 9393939150.
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Palani Murugan god .temple untrgrount q free tharsan berry slow 2 hours late toilet very worst maintaince ,area not clean
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Ok sir we will take this to the temple management.
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We want to one room on 11/03/2019 to 13th March 7am in dandayudhapani please confirm to us
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You need to book in advance for booking accommodation in palani please contact 9393939150.
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Is their any dress code for the temple.
Dear Sir/Madam,
There is no particular dress code in the temple .
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Is there any facility to shave the head after 6pm in the evening
Dear Sir/Madam,
No sir no such facility on that day.
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May i know abhishekam timings
Dear Sir/Madam,
Abhishekam will be performed daily at 7.30 am and it cost you Rs 25.
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Dear sir, namakaran, I want to perform my son sarva graha dosha parishram puja I.e rahu, ketu, kumar dosha parishram anusthan at temple what is the contact no of the authorities and probable expenditure , please let me know for which I shall be thankful to you.Regards
Secondly, on the basis of date,time and place of birth horoscope is preparing if so what will be the charges
My contact no.9405774984
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You can perform sarva graha dosha pooja at temple directly on arrival at the temple .
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Is there any particular timings for kid hair tonsure?
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There is no particular hair offering charges in palani temple .
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