Murugan
Kalugumalai Murugan Temple
Kalugumalai (Kazhugumalai), Tamil Nadu · Dhandayuthapani Murugan
About Kalugumalai Murugan Temple
A magnificent rock-cut Murugan temple along with an unfinished 8th-century Pandya Jain rock-cut temple nearby (Vettuvan Koil). The 8th-century Pandya rock-cut sculptures at Kalugumalai are among the finest examples of ancient Tamil sculptural art. The site is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Jain heritage carved into a single granite outcrop.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Dhandayuthapani Murugan
🙏 Secondary Deity
Vettuvan Koil (Shiva)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Murugan
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to February
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kovilpatti (22 km)
Nearest Airport
Thoothukudi Airport (45 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Tirunelveli
Visitor Tips
Visit both the Murugan temple and the Vettuvan Koil (unfinished Jain rock-cut temple) — both are on the same hill; morning light is best for photography of the rock carvings.
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⏱ 30–45 minutes
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Chandra (Moon)
⏱ 30 minutes
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⏱ 45 min – 1 hour
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Kalugumalai (Kazhugumalai)
Ideal Base City
Tirunelveli
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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