Attractions Of Madurai: Pazhamudhircholai Murugan Temple

Pazhamudhircholai Murugan Temple

Short Overview:

The Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple is situated 19 KM from the temple town of Madurai and is dedicated to Lord subramanya (vel Murugan). The place is so full of natural beauty and sylvan surroundings. This temple, on the solaimalai hill is also known as Vrishabhadri or Idabagiri is one among the six abodes of Lord Murugan. Here Murugan is worshiped along with his companions Valli as Iccha Shakti and Devayani as Kriya Shakti and he himself is worshiped as Jnana Shakti. The idol of the Lord is in the standing posture. The temple of Pazhamudhircholai can be reached by a vehicle road leading to the hill. While this temple is not as large or bustling as the other five recognized shrines, it is just as incredible to visit.

Long Overview:

The Pazhamudhircholai Murugan Temple is located at 19 KM from Madurai and 4 Kms above the Azhagar temple. It is devoted to Lord Subramanya (Vel Murugan). This place is fully surrounded by naturals and beauty. This temple is one among the six abodes of Lord Murugan, located on the solaimalai hill also known by the names Vrishabhadri or Idabagiri. At the top of the hill Lord Murugan is standing majestically with a single face and four hands is kept between the statues of his consorts. Pazhamudhircholai is mentioned as the sixth of Lord Murugans. It is a dense forest where Valli is supposed to have lived. The Vel of the lord made up of stone is of special significance and is worshipped with great veneration by devotees. It is a small temple with Valli, Deivayanai, and Lord Muruga in a separate shrine. Lord Ganesha is also present in a separate shrine. There is another small temple above PazhamudhirCholai. Local tribes lead their life here. Natural spring called Noopura Ganga with a temple dedicated to Raakkayi Amman is located at the top of the hill. A pilgrim to the Pazhamuthircholai Temple takes a dip in this small, sacred spring, which is said to have originated from the anklet of Tirumal or Lord Vishnu. It is believed that the devotee who visits this shrine is blessed with wealth and health.

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