Murugan
Viralimalai Murugan Temple
Viralimalai, Tamil Nadu · Murugan (Dhandayuthapani)
About Viralimalai Murugan Temple
A hilltop Murugan temple famous for its resident peacock sanctuary — peacocks roam freely around the temple as sacred birds of Murugan. The hilltop shrine is surrounded by hundreds of peacocks that are never harmed and considered protectors of the temple. The sight of wild peacocks against the temple backdrop is extraordinary.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Murugan (Dhandayuthapani)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Murugan
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Pudukkottai (30 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (45 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Pudukkottai
Visitor Tips
Arrive early morning when peacocks are most active; do not disturb the peacocks; Thaipusam is celebrated grandly here; the hilltop view is beautiful.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Viralimalai
Ideal Base City
Pudukkottai
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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