Murugan
Siruvapuri Balamurugan Temple
Siruvapuri, Tamil Nadu · Balamurugan (Child Murugan)
About Siruvapuri Balamurugan Temple
One of the most popular Murugan temples near Chennai, enshrining the rare child form (Balan) of Murugan. The deity here is depicted as a young child holding the vel (spear), which is unusual and very endearing. Couples who seek children and families seeking blessings for young children visit in large numbers.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Balamurugan (Child Murugan)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Murugan
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Arakkonam (40 km)
Nearest Airport
Chennai International Airport (65 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Visitor Tips
Very popular with families and newlyweds; Saturdays and Karthigai month draw huge crowds from Chennai (60 km); easy day trip from Chennai.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Siruvapuri
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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