Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple

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Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple, Hindu temple in Madurai district, India

Pazhamudircholai temple stands on Vrishabhadri hill, featuring shrines of Murugan with Valli and Devasena deities in a forested environment.

The temple represents one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan, documented extensively in ancient Tamil literature from the Sangam period.

Thaipusam festival at Pazhamudircholai attracts thousands of devotees who perform rituals, ceremonies, and traditional Tamil folk performances.

The temple complex includes accommodation facilities, dining halls, and parking areas, with direct bus connections from Madurai central station.

The natural surroundings of the temple contain medicinal plants and herbs mentioned in classical Tamil texts as remedies for various ailments.

Location: Madurai district

GPS coordinates: 10.09411,78.22354

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:42

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