Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Visit Palani Murugan temple on this day-excursion from Coimbatore. Built in the 9th century by the Chera dynasty of South India, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu God, Murugan, one of the two sons of the elephant God Ganesha. The temple is known for its idol of God Murugan that is made from an amalgam of nine poisonous substances.
Highlights
• South Indian countryside
• 9th century Palani Murugan temple
• Idol made of nine poisonous substances
English speaking local guide
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fee
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
From your hotel in Coimbatore
Traveler pickup
Coimbatore Intl Airport, Coimbatore, India
Palani Murugan Temple, Palani, India You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Palani Murugan temple situated at a distance of 70 miles from Coimbatore. The drive to the temple takes around two and a half hours. You will go past villages in the countryside of the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Upon arrival, visit the temple along with your guide who will narrate the story of Lord Murugan, and why he left his heavenly abode on Mount Kailasa to come to Palani.
The temple is situated on the top of a hill. For the devout pilgrims there are steps leading to the temple. Others can choose between a rope car and a funicular railway. There are 38 sub-temples attached to the main temple. The idol in the main temple is made of an amalgam of nine poisonous substances which when combined in a certain ratio form a potent medicine. Pilgrims flock to this temple and get tonsured here in order to pay their respects to Lord Murugan.
Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel. 120 minutes
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
Name and gender as on passport, passport number, expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.
Temple entry timings are between 06:30 a.m. and 08:30 p.m.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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04 Jun 2024
Exploring this beautiful temple is amazing while travelling to Coimbatore in Tamilnadu. Visit with family and friends all of 12 months of the year.
This tour in
Tamil Nadu
is organized by
SITA World Tours
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