Murugan
Tirupporur Murugan Temple
Tirupporur, Tamil Nadu · Murugan (Senthilandavar)
About Tirupporur Murugan Temple
One of the important Murugan temples near Chennai where Murugan is worshipped as Senthilandavar (Lord of the Coral). Murugan is said to have appeared to Indra to lift his Vajrayudha curse here. The temple has the distinctive Vel (spear of Murugan) at the entrance. Very popular with Chennai devotees for Karthigai and Thaipusam.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Murugan (Senthilandavar)
🏛️ 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
Chengalpattu (20 km)
Nearest Airport
Chennai International Airport (50 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Visitor Tips
Easy day trip from Chennai (45 km via OMR/ECR); combine with Mahabalipuram visit; weekends are crowded.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Tirupporur
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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