Location :

Pazhamudir Cholai Murugan Temple is located on Solaimalai hill, about 25 km north of Madurai in southern Tamil Nadu.

Dedication :

The temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan who is also known as Kartikeya or Subrahmanyam. He is regarded as the god of war, victory and wisdom in Hindu mythology.

legend :

According to Hindu mythology, Pazhamudir Cholai is associated with the divine marriage of Lord Murugan and Devinai, the daughter of Lord Indra. It is believed that Lord Murugan, disguised as a handsome old man, proposed marriage to Goddess Deivanai at this holy place.

Architecture :

The temple has wonderful designs and sculptures with typical South Indian Dravidian architecture. The gopuram (entrance tower) is decorated with colorful sculptures depicting various myths.

Murugan Idols :

The chief deity, Lord Murugan, is worshiped as a stone idol in the shrine. The six-faced painting is called "Arupadai Veedu Viruthatham".

Pazhamudircholai Andavar :

The deity is often referred to as "Pazhamudircholai Andavar" or "Aandi" emphasizing the importance of the temple in the context of divine marriage.

Pilgrimage :

Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple is one of the six abodes (Arupdai Veedu) of Lord Murugan, which is considered very sacred in Tamil tradition and pilgrims frequent these six temples to seek the blessings of Murugan.

Festivals :

The temple celebrates festivals like the annual Panguni Uthiram festival in a grand manner. The festival reenacts the divine wedding of Lord Murugan and Goddess Devanai, attracting many participants.

Natural Surroundings :

The temple is located in a green area and is surrounded by mountain forests. The natural surroundings add to the spiritual and peaceful atmosphere of the place.

Accessibility :

The Pazhamudi Cholai Murugan Temple is easily accessible through Madurai. It is a popular destination for devotees seeking the blessings of Lord Murugan.

Devotee Offerings :

Devotees offer various items such as fruits (especially bananas or pazham, from which the temple derives its name) to seek the blessings of Lord Murugan.

Pazhamudircholai Temple Kavadi Attam :

The temple is also famous for Kavadi Attam, a devotional dance performed by devotees during festivals as an offering to Lord Murugan.

Eravikulam National Park offers nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts a unique opportunity to experience the biodiversity of the Western Ghats. Conservation efforts within the park are playing an important role in preserving the eucalyptus lake habitat and maintaining the ecological balance of the area.