Deity
Murugan (Kallazhagar Subramanya)
Deity form
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Pazhamudircholai Temple
Pazhamudircholai Temple is a Murugan shrine located in the Azhagar Hills of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. Described as a forest hill temple, it is revered as an Arupadai Veedu site. The record notes Dravidian architecture and associates the temple with the Pandya tradition, with an ‘Ancient’ era tag.
Pazhamudircholai Temple
Pazhamudircholai Temple
Pazhamudircholai Temple
Pazhamudircholai Temple
Pazhamudircholai Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Arupadai Veedu shrine
Sacred abode
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Azhagar Hills, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
District & state
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- Ancient
- Founder
- Pandyan Kings
- Situated atop Azhagar Hills near the Kallazhagar Vishnu Temple, Pazhamudircholai is an ancient forest sanctuary. Mentioned by Sangam poet Nakkeerar in Tirumurugaatrupadai, the current stone complex was re-developed in modern times replacing a sacred grove shrine.
Significance
- Pazhamudircholai is the sixth and final abode among Lord Murugan's Arupadai Veedu, nestled amidst dense forests and natural springs. It is famous for the divine episode where Murugan appeared as a young cowherd to test the wisdom of Tamil poetess Avvaiyar under a Jamun tree. Devotees visit the nearby sacred spring Nupura Gangai.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the daytime window
Timings are listed as 06:00–18:00 (approx.). There are no separate evening hours in the record, so plan to finish darshan before closing.
Prepare for a hill/forest approach
As a forest hill temple, carry water and wear comfortable footwear suitable for walking around the complex.
Start early on festival days
Arupadai Veedu shrines can draw crowds; arriving closer to opening time can reduce waiting.
Keep travel buffers
Azhagar Hills location may add travel time from Madurai city; keep extra buffer for transit and queues.
Follow on-site guidance
Observe temple instructions for queues, photography, and any restricted areas within the hill setting.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Oct–Nov • 6 days
Skanda Sashti
A key Murugan festival often observed with special poojas; confirm the local schedule at the temple.
Jan–Feb • 1 day
Thai Poosam
A prominent Murugan day; expect higher footfall and plan arrival earlier within open hours.
Mar–Apr • 1 day
Panguni Uthiram
Observed in many Murugan temples; rituals and timings vary by location.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple | Azhagar Hills | Arupadai Veedu
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