Palani Murugan Temple
பழனி முருகன் கோயில்
One of the six holy abodes of Murugan, a hilltop temple in the foot-hill town of Palani. It can be reached by cable car or by climbing nearly 700 steps.
The Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple in Palani is one of the six sacred abodes of Murugan revered by Tamils. It sits on the top of Sivagiri Hill, about 150 meters high, and is among the most visited temples in Tamil Nadu. You can climb around 690 steps on foot, or take the cable car or funicular. Worship is free, and the temple is open roughly 6:00 to 20:00. Shoes must be removed before entering the shrine. It is about 64 km of mountain road, roughly 2 hours, from Kodaikanal.
Opening hours
About 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Perumal Peak
- Kurinji Andavar Temple
- Chettiar Park
- Silver Cascade Falls
- Bear Shola Falls
- Kodaikanal Lake
- Coaker's Walk
- Shenbaganur Museum of Natural History