Arupadai Veedu 6 Important Temples of Murugan

Arupadai Veedu are the six important temples of Murugan. These 6 Muruga temples are located in Tamil Nadu. The significance of these six sacred abodes of Muruga or Arupdadai Veedu is mentioned in Tamil Sangam literature, specifically in the Thirumurugatrupadai written by Nakkeerar and the Tiruppugaḻ written by Arunagirinathar. 

The six temples that make up the abodes are Thiruparankundram, Tiruchendur, Palani, Swamimalai, Tiruttani, and Pazhamudircholai. 

Arupadai Veedu - 6 Important Temples of Murugan

Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Thiruparankundram

Situated on the periphery of Madurai, atop a hill where the sacred union between Murugan and Devasena, Indra's adopted daughter, is believed to have taken place, lies Nakkeerar shrine. It is revered as the place where Nakkeerar offered his devotion to Murugan and worshipped Shiva as Parangirinathar. This shrine holds the distinction of being the inaugural Arupadaiveedu.

Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur

Situated on the coastal area adjacent to Thoothukudi, amidst the remnants of the Gandhamadana mountain or Santhanamalai (Sandal Mountain), this temple serves as a tribute to the spot where Murugan emerged triumphant over the demon Surapadman through his devout worship of his father, Shiva. Read more about Tiruchendur Murugan Temple here

Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, Palani

Situated in the Dindigul District, atop the Palani hill known as 'Thiruaavinankudi', stands a sacred shrine dedicated to the revered deity 'Kulanthai Velayuthaswami'. Legend has it that this deity was worshipped by the goddess Lakshmi ('Thiru' in Tamil), who is associated with cows ('Aavinan' in Tamil), and the abode ('kudi' in Tamil). The Murugan temple, located on the summit of Palani hill, is where the main deity 'Dhandayuthapani' resides. In a state of meditation, he holds a staff ('danda') as his weapon ('ayudha') in his hands ('pani'). It is believed that this sacred site is where Murugan found solace and reconciliation after a dispute with his family over a divine fruit. Read more about Palani Temple here. 

Arulmigu Swaminatha Swamy Temple, Swamimalai

Situated 5 kilometers away from Kumbakonam, this temple stands atop a man-made hill. Its purpose is to honor the event in which Murugan enlightened his father Shiva about the profound meaning of the Pranava mantra "Om". Read more about Swamimalai Murugan Temple

Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruttani

Murugan, who is believed to have regained his inner tranquility after emerging victorious in a battle against the demons, found solace in the vicinity of Chennai. It was in this very place that he tied the knot with Valli. Read more about Tiruttani Murugan Temple

Arulmigu Solaimalai Murugan Temple, Pazhamudircholai

Situated on the periphery of Madurai, atop a hillock, lies a sacred stream known as "Nupura Gangai". In this divine abode, Murugan is depicted alongside his two divine consorts, Devasena and Valli.