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Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple

Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple is located in the holy city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva (in the form of Sundareswarar or Beautiful Lord) and his consort, Goddess Parvati (in the form of Meenakshi ).

Meenakshi Amman Temple History

According to legend, the sacred Suyambulingam discovered by the king of Gods indira at Kadambavanam, was later enshrined by him in Madurai. The fact that the Lord is seen on the vehicle of Indira in this temple is said to be proof for this.
Many historical evidences of the temple have been found dating back from early A.D. The temple was almost completely destroyed in the year 1310 following the invasion of the Islamic conqueror Malikkapur.As kings who were followers of Islam were noted for their intolerance towards other religions, the invaders destroyed most of the ancient sculptures of the temple.
Thirugnanasambandar the Hindu Saint has mentioned the temple in his songs which go back to early 7th century. The Lord has been described as Alavai Iraivan in his songs.The temple was restored to its pristine glory in the late 14th century when the Hindu Kings came back to power in Madurai.This can also be termed as a new beginning of a new era in the history of the temple, when it was almost rebuilt. The King Thirumalai Naicker played an important role in the construction of the new form of the temple according to records.
The Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple is now under the administration of the HR and CE department of Tamil Nadu.

Meenakshi Amman Temple Daily Pooja Timings

*Below mentioned time subject to change on Festival days
Pooja Name Time
   Thiruvanandal pooja 05 : 00 AM – 06 : 00 AM
   Vizha pooja 06:30 AM – 07 : 15 AM
   Kalasandhi pooja 06:30 AM – 07 : 15 AM
   Thrikalasandhi pooja 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
   Uchikkala Pooja (Noon Pooja) 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
   Maalai pooja 04:30 PM – 05:15 PM
   Ardhajama Pooja (Night Pooja) 07 : 30 PM – 08 : 15 PM
   Palliarai pooja 09 : 30 PM – 10 : 00 PM

Meenakshi Amman Temple Festivals

S No. Tamil Month English Month Festival
1 Chithirai April – May Chithirai Brahamostavam – Arumigu Thirukkalyanam.
2 Vaikasi May -June Vasantham Festival
3 Aani June- July  Unjal Festival
4 Aadi July- Aug Aadi – Mulai Kottu Festival – Aadi Festiva Invitation 2016
5 Aavani Aug.-Sep Aavani Moolam Festival – ” Puttukku Mansumantha Leela Festival”  Invitaion 2015
6 Purattasi Sep – Oct Navarathri festival
7 Ayppasi Oct -Nov Kolattam Festival
8 Karthikai Nov -Dec Kolattam Festival
9 Margali Dec -Jan Thiruvathirai – Arudhra Dharsan Festival and Thiruvembavai and Thiruppavai Festival.
10 Thai Jan- Feb Major portion of  utsavam performed in A/M Meenakshi Sundareswarar temple. Thepporstovam in A/M Mariyamman temple theppam.
11 Masi Feb – March Masi –   Mandala utsavam for 48 days.
12 Panguni March – April Summar Vasantham Festival

Meenakshi Amman Temple Contacts

Book Eservice
Phone : +91 452 234 4360
EMail : info@maduraimeenakshi.org
Website : https://www.maduraimeenakshi.org

Address :

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple
Madurai 625001

Timings : 9 : 00 am - 7 : 00 pm

Annathanam

Annadhanam Scheme was launched in this temple on 23.3.2002. Susequently the scheme was extended in two sub-temples, Arulmigu Marriamman  Temple – Theppakulam,  and Arulmigu ThiruvappudaiyarTemple-Sellur.

TEMPLE NAME

TOTAL NUMBER OF PERSONS PER DAY

AMOUNT IN Rs.
Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Madurai.

500

Rs.12,500/-
Arulmigu Marriamman Temple, Theppakulam.

100

Rs.2,500/-
Arulmigu Thiruvappudaiyar Temple, Sellur.

100

Rs.2,500/-
Arulmigu Muktheeswarar temple, Theppakulam, Madurai.

50

Rs.1,250/-
Arulmigu Thirumarainathar temple, Thiruvadhavoor.

50

Rs.1,250/-

Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Madurai.

The Donor may participate in this scheme by investing Rs.125000/- and from the interest of this investment every year Annathanam is given to 500 persons on any one day the donor decides, or the donor may participate in this scheme by giving Rs.12500/- for a particular day for Annathanam to 500 persons.

Arulmigu Marriamman Temple, Theppakulam, Madurai.

The Donor may participate in this scheme by investing Rs.25000/- and from the interest of this investment every year Annathanam is given to 100 persons on any one day the donor decides, or the donor may participate in this scheme by giving Rs.2500/- for a particular day for Annathanam to 100 persons

Arulmigu Thiruvappudaiyar Temple, Sellur, Madurai.

The Donor may participate in this scheme by investing Rs.25000/- and from the interest of this investment every year Annathanam is given to 100 persons on any one day the donor decides, or the donor may participate in this scheme by giving Rs.2500/- for a particular day for Annathanam to 100 persons

Individuals, firms, companies etc. can make donations, and they are eligible for uniform privileges besides Income Tax Benefit under Section 80 (G) of the Indian Income Tax Act, 1961

Donations To Annadhanam Can be Sent Either by  Cheque / Demand Draft Drawn in Favour of “The Joint Commissioner / Executive Officer” Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Madurai.

Account No       :  825010100018002

PAN No             :  AAAJA0359A

Account Name  :  Joint Commissioner / Executive Officer Annathana Scheme ,

Bank                  :   Bank of India

Branch               :   Madurai Main

Pincode             :   625 001

Account Type    :   Savings

IFSC Code         :  BKID0008250

Accomodation

Advance Booking Not Available, Current Booking only available

Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundareswarar Templel Lodges – Madurai :

The Temple has Three lodging facilities for pilgrims.
1.Birla Vishram,
15, West Chithirai Street,
Opp. to West Tower,
Madurai 625 001.
Phone : +91 – 0452-2345503

2.Sundareswarar Illam (Lodge) ,
15,West Chithirai Street,
Opp. to West Tower,Madurai 625 001.
Phone : +91 – 0452-2345503

3. Bakthargal Thangum Viduthi,
Ellis Nagar,
Madurai 625 010.
Phone : +91 –0452-2609868

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