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Thiruparankundram is a town in Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India. It is located about 15 kilometers from the city of Madurai. The town is known for its Murugan temple, which is one of the six abodes of Murugan, the Hindu god of war and victory.
The Thiruparankundram Murugan temple is believed to be very ancient, and it is said to have been built by the Pandya kings. The temple is known for its beautiful architecture, including its 1500-year-old gopuram, or entrance tower. The temple is also known for its annual Thiruparankundram Karthigai Deepam festival, which is held in the month of November. The festival is a major event in the town, and it attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over India.
In addition to its temple, Thiruparankundram is also known for its scenic beauty. The town is located on a hilltop, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Thiruparankundram is a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims alike.
Thiruparankundram is a neighbourhood in Madurai city in Tamil Nadu, India. It is about 7 kilometres from Periyar Bus Terminus, the centre of the city and constitutes the southwest part of the Madurai city.
Place located district, state
Thiruparankundram is located in Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
Near by cities
The nearby cities to Thiruparankundram are Madurai, Theni and Virudhunagar.
Tourist places and temples
Thiruparankundram is a famous pilgrimage site for Hindus. The most famous temple in Thiruparankundram is the Subramanya Swamy Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Murugan. Other tourist places in Thiruparankundram include the Thiruparankundram Rock Fort, the Vaigai Dam and the Samanar Hills.
Pin code
The pin code of Thiruparankundram is 625005.
Weather
The weather in Thiruparankundram is currently 26 °C with drizzle. Today, there will be thunderstorms, with a forecast high of 29 °C and a low of 24 °C.
Transport facility
Thiruparankundram is well-connected to Madurai and other nearby cities by road and rail. The nearest airport is Madurai International Airport, which is about 7 kilometers away.
You can reach Thiruparankundram from Chennai by car in about 7 hours and 55 minutes. The distance between Chennai and Thiruparankundram is 464 km. You can take the Chennai – Theni Hwy/Chennai – Villupuram – Trichy – Kanyakumari Rd and NH38 to reach Thiruparankundram.