Om Saravana Bhava
Murugan Temple
A centuries-old abode of Lord Murugan. All are welcome for darshan, poojas and festivals.
History of the temple
The temple’s stone sanctum dates back many centuries and its gopuram rises above the town. Devotees from across the world come for the Thaipusam and Skanda Shashti festivals.
- Daily abhishekam and archanai
- Annadhanam every Friday
- Wedding and ear-piercing ceremonies arranged
Pooja timings
Timings change on festival days — please check the events below.
Ushathkalam5:30 AM
Kalasanthi8:00 AM
Uchikalam12:00 noon
Sayarakshai6:00 PM
Arthajamam9:00 PM
Temple open5:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Festivals
Jan – Feb
Thaipusam
Kavadi procession, special abhishekam and annadhanam.
Oct – Nov
Skanda Shashti
Six days of celebration ending with Soorasamharam.
Every month
Krithigai
Evening procession of the deity around the temple.
Temple gallery
Support the temple
Your offering keeps the daily poojas and annadhanam going. Message us for UPI and bank details; every donation gets a receipt.
Live darshan
Watch the evening aarti live on our YouTube channel.
How to reach
10 minutes from Madurai railway station. Parking available near the east entrance.
- 📍Temple Street, Thiruparankundram, Madurai 625005
- 📞98765 43210
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