Madurai City of Temples

 

Madurai – City of Temples

Madurai, one of India’s oldest cities (over 2,500 years old), is a spiritual and cultural hub famous for its majestic temples. These shrines are not only places of worship but also masterpieces of Dravidian architecture and living heritage.

1. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  • History: Built by the Pandya kings (6th century BCE) and expanded by the Nayak dynasty in the 16th–17th centuries.

  • Legend: Dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi (Parvati) and Sundareswarar (Shiva).

  • Architecture: 14 acres, 12 gopurams, tallest tower ~170 feet.

  • Timings:
    Morning – 5:00 AM to 12:30 PM
    Evening – 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM

  • Highlight: Chithirai Festival draws lakhs of devotees.

2. Koodal Azhagar Temple

  • History: Over 1,200 years old, mentioned in Sangam literature.

  • Deity: Lord Vishnu as Koodal Azhagar, seen in three postures — sitting, standing, reclining.

  • Timings:
    Morning – 5:30 AM to 12:00 PM
    Evening – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

3. Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple

  • History: Ancient Pandya-era temple, one of Murugan’s six abodes.

  • Legend: Murugan married Deivanai here after defeating demon Surapadman.

  • Special: Partly rock-cut temple inside a hill.

  • Timings:
    Morning – 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    Evening – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

4. Alagar Kovil

  • History: Early Pandya period, later enhanced by Cholas & Nayaks.

  • Deity: Lord Vishnu as Kallazhagar.

  • Festival: Lord Kallazhagar enters the Vaigai River during Chithirai Festival.

  • Timings:
    Morning – 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
    Evening – 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Cultural Significance

Madurai’s temples are not just religious monuments — they are living centers of tradition, art, literature, and festivals, preserving Tamil heritage for thousands of years.



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