How can I go to Arupadai Veedu from Chennai?

Arrive at Tiruvannamalai and check into hotel. Later visit Sri Arunachaleswarar Temple and Ramana Maharshi Ashramam. After breakfast proceed to Tiruttani (150 Kms/2.5) Visit Lord Murugan Temple. Later proceed to Chennai (90 Kms) drop at Chennai airport / railway station for onward journey.

Which is the first Arupadai Veedu?

Nakkeerar worshipped Murugan in this shrine and is said to have worshiped Lord Shiva here as Parangirinathar. This is the first of the Arupadaiveedu.

Why it is called Arupadai Veedu?

These six abodes are called Aarupadai Veedu which in translation means the “six war houses of the Lord”. These six abodes attract thousands of followers from across the world, although there are countless temples dedicated to Muruga, who happens to be the son of Lord Shiva and Parvathi.

Which is the second Arupadai Veedu?

Thiruchendur Murugan temple is known as the second Arupadai Veedu of Lord Muruga. Lord Muruga won the battle with the asura, Surapadma and worshipped Lord Shiva in this sacred place. The temple is situated along the shores of the Bay of Bengal.

How do I visit six abodes of Lord Muruga?

Visit Lord Murugan Temple, one of the six Aarupaiveedu Temples. Day-2 Palani – Madurai – Tiruchendur Travel to Madurai (120 kms – 2.5 hours). Visit two Arupadaiveedu temples here which are in 10 km radius of Madurai i.e. Pazhamudircholai (10 km north of Madurai), Thiruparamkunram (10 km south of Madurai).

How many steps are there in Thiruparankundram temple?

The temple sanctum santoram needs to be accessed by climbing a few steep steps (about 50 approx.) and there are railings to support.

Why Murugan is Tamil God?

Originally Answered: Why is Murugan called Tamil God? Murugan is called as Tamil God because , He was also called as ‘Seyon’ who is considered as chief deity of Kurinji land and Seyon worship was very ancient worship among Tamil population as mentioned in Thokappiyam [சேயோன் மேய மைவரை யுலகமும்(தொல்.

Who built Thiruparankundram temple?

the Pandyas
The temple is built in rock-cut architecture and believed to have been built by the Pandyas during the 6th century. According to the legend. it is where Murugan slayed the demon Surapadman and married Deivayanai, the daughter of the king of heaven, Indra.