Description :
Historically known as Jayanthipuram, is also one of the Six Adobes of Lord Murugan. It is situated along the shores of the Bay of Bengal in the east of Thiruchendur in the district of Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. The distance from Chennai to Thiruchendur temple is 443 miles. It is believed that in Tiruchendur, God Subramanya gives darshan to his devotees in the form of Senthil. The temple was originally built with stones, and in later years it was renovated and rebuilt with granite. The main DEITY Lord Murugan is seen in standing posture alongside Shivalingas. The major FESTIVALS celebrated here are:
Masi and Avani FESTIVALS (Masi is held during February-March and Avani is held during August-September.)
Vasant Festival is celebrated during the Tamil month of Chittirai where Lord Murugan and his consorts, Valli and Deivanai are also taken out to Vasanta Mantap for gathered devotees to offer prayers.
About the Temple:
LOCATION: Thiruchendur, Tamil Nadu 628215
COUNTRY: India
NEAREST AIRPORT: Madurai Airport(IXM).
DEITY: Kartikeya|Subramaniya Swamy.
ARCHITECTURAL STYLES: Hindu temple architecture.
FESTIVALS:Vaikasi Visagam, Avani Festival, Skanda Sasti Festival and Masi Festival.
TEMPLE TIMINGS: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
BEST TIME TO VISIT: October to March.