Thiruchendur Murugan Temple is also known as Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple. It is located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. It is a revered shrine among Lord Murugan’s six Arupadai Veedu. If you’re planning a visit, this guide details Thiruchendur Murugan Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas to ensure a blissful pilgrimage.
Thiruchendur Murugan Temple Darshan Timings:
- Regular Days:
- 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Festival Days (Skanda Sashti, Vaikasi Visagam, Karthigai Deepam):
- Extended hours: 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Closed: Only after 9:00 PM.
General Darshan is free, Special Entry (₹100) and VIP Darshan (₹250) reduce waiting time. During Skanda Sashti, arrive by 4:30 AM to avoid crowed.
Pooja Timings:
- Suprabhatham: 5:00 AM to 5:10 AM.
- Viswaroopam: 5:30 AM.
- Udaya Marthanda Abhishekam: 6:15 AM to 7:00 AM.
- Kalasandhi Pooja: 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.
- Uchikalam Pooja: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Sayaratchai Pooja: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Arthasama Abhishekam: 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM.
- Ekanda Seva: 8:30 PM.
Special poojas like 108 Sankabhishekam (₹1000) and Thirukalyanam (₹2500) are highlights during Vaikasi Visagam (May-June).
Aarti Timings:
- Udaya Marthanda Deeparadhanai: 7:00 AM.
- Uchikalam Deeparadhanai: 12:00 PM.
- Sayaratchai Deeparadhanai: 5:30 PM.
- Arthasama Deeparadhanai: 8:15 PM.
- Palliarai Deeparadhanai: 8:45 PM.
The Sayaratchai Deeparadhanai at 5:30 PM, is unmissable, arrive by 5:15 PM. Night aartis require tickets (₹50-200). Book via temple office (+91-4639-242221).
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Ilai Vibhuti Seva: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
- Palabhishekam: 6:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 6:00 PM.
- Santhana Kappu: 9:00 AM.
- Annanadhanam Seva: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
How to Reach Thiruchendur Temple:
- By Road: 40 km from Thoothukudi.
- By Train: Thiruchendur Station (1 km).
- By Air: Tuticorin Airport (40 km).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Men: Dhoti/pancha (no shirt). Women: Saree/salwar. short dress not allowed.
- Best Time: Nov-Mar (20-30°C). Avoid Jun-Sep (monsoons).
- Note: No mobiles inside. Use lockers ($0.15/₹10). Explore Valli Cave, Nazhi Kinaru nearby.