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Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
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It is commonly known as Meenakshi Temple, is a historic Hindu temple located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Meenakshi, an avatar of the Hindu goddess Parvati, and her consort Sundareswarar, an avatar of Shiva. The temple complex is one of the largest and oldest in India, with its origins dating back over 2,500 years.Temple stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of South India, revered by devotees and admired by scholars and tourists alike for its architectural splendor and spiritual significance.
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Accessibility
1 . Wheel chair availbility – Yes
2 . Wheel chair access – Yes
Safety Tips
1. Closest police station – District Special Branch Police Station, Meenakshi Amman Kovil Street, Madurai Main, Madurai , Tamil Nadu- 625001.
2. No electronics. Don’t bring cameras, cell phones, power banks, or other electronic devices. You can store them in lockers outside the temple for a fee.
Facilites
1 . Toilets – Available ( E-toilets).
2 . clean water – Available.
3 . Annadanam: Lunch meals were provided everyday. Besides these, prasad stalls were there.
Working Hours
Opens at: 5.00 A.M IST to 12.30 P.M IST , 4.00 P.M IST to 10.00 P.M IST
Closes at: 12.30 P.M IST to 4.00 P.M IST
Remained open on public holidays and government holidays.
Entrance fees
1. Free Dharshan – All Hindus.
2. Foreign Tourists – Rs.50 per head.
3. Arulmigu Amman Swamy Abishegam – Rs. 1300
4. Abirami Anthadi – Rs. 10
5. Siddhar Pushpa Koodaram – Rs. 500
6. Ubaya Thangaratham – Rs. 1501
7. Ubaya Thirukalyanam – Rs. 1501
8. Archanai – Rs. 500
9. Annai Tamil Archanai – Rs. 500
10. Kalyanam – Rs. 100
11. Kalyanam Thambulam – Rs. 50
12. Maavilaku – Rs. 2
13. Marriage Application Form – Rs. 10
14. Cloak Room – Rs. 2
Etiquette
Clothing
1. No particular dress code is mentioned here. A decent dress code is assured to wear. Dresses with open shoulders and legs are not permitted.
2. It is considered a place of religous importance and dressing modestly will be ideal.
3. Do not scribble, write graffitti on the hill. Keep the place clean and refrain from throwing garbage.
Season
Winter (October – March)
What to Expect
1. Pay respects to the deities and receive blessings.
2. Explore the temple complex and admire its architecture.
3. Witness or participate in poojas and rituals.
4. Take a guided tour to learn more about the temple’s history and significance.
5. Take photos of the temple’s intricate carvings and towers.
6. Attend cultural events or festival celebrations.
7. Spend time in contemplation or meditation.
8. Shop for souvenirs or local handicrafts.
9. Enjoy local cuisine or prasad (temple offerings).
Suitability
1. Devotees
2. Tourists
3. Photography enthusiasts
4. Cultural learners
5. Families
6. Solo travellers
7. Pilgrims
8.Architecture enthusiasts
9. Spiritual seekers
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The temple is considered to be one of the oldest and most significant temples in India, with a Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple history that dates back more than 2500 years.
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