Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, popularly known as Palani Temple. It is a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is located atop the Palani Hills in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. If you’re planning a visit, knowing the Palani Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas will ensure a fulfilling pilgrimage. Here’s your complete guide.
Palani Temple Darshan Timings:
- Regular Days:
- Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Evening: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Festival Days (Thaipusam, Panguni Uthiram, Kanda Shashti, etc.)
- Open: 4:00 AM to 10:30 PM
- Closed: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for cleaning.
Special Darshan (₹100) and VIP Darshan (₹1000) tickets for quicker access. Free darshan is offered via a separate queue.
Pooja Timings:
- Viswaroopa Pooja: 5:40 AM (first view, ₹100)
- Ushakala Pooja: 6:30 AM (morning ritual, ₹50)
- Kala Sandhi Pooja: 8:00 AM (₹50)
- Uchikalam Pooja: 12:00 PM (noon, ₹50)
- Sayaratchai Pooja (Raja Alankaram): 5:30 PM (evening, ₹50)
- Rakkalam Pooja: 8:00 PM (night, ₹50)
Abhishekam (milk, sandalwood, etc.) occurs six times daily (6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:30 PM, ₹25-₹1000).
Aarti Timings:
- Morning Deeparadhana: 6:00 AM (post-Viswaroopa)
- Noon Aarti: 12:30 PM (with Uchikalam)
- Evening Aarti (Raja Alankaram): 5:30 PM
- Night Aarti: 8:00 PM (before closing)
The Raja Alankaram Aarti at 5:30 PM, with Lord Murugan adorned in royal attire, is a highlight, arrive by 5:00 PM.
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Panchamritam Abhishekam: 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM (₹25-₹500, sweet offering).
- Thonsure Ceremony: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (head-shaving, free, counters near foothills).
- Golden Chariot Procession: 7:00 PM (₹2000, evening ritual).
- Kavadi Seva: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM (devotional dance, ₹100).
- Annadanam: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (donations ₹1000+, feeds 1000+ daily).
How to Reach Palani Temple:
- By Road: 100 km from Coimbatore (2 hours via NH83).
- By Train: Palani Station (2 km).
- By Air: Coimbatore Airport (100 km).
- Hill Access: 693 steps, rope car (7:00 AM-9:00 PM, ₹15-₹50), or winch train (5:00 AM-9:00 PM, ₹10-₹20).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Men: Dhoti. Women: Saree/churidar. No casuals.
- Best Time: October-March for pleasant weather. Avoid Thaipusam for fewer crowds.
- Note: Mobiles banned; use cloakroom (₹5).
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