Sunday, September 5, 2010

Tiruchendur Murugan Temple (Subramanya Swamy)

Thiruchendur Murugan temple is a very famous temple in South Tamilnadu in the Tuticorin district. It is one of the six famous abodes of Lord Muruga (the second of the aaru padai veedu), the Tirunchendur temple located on a beautiful sea shore.

Lord Muruga is said to have killed the demon king Sooran at this place. Kanda Shasti is the most famous of the festivals of this temples. Celebrated from the day after New Moon Day following Diwali, the six days witness lakhs of devotees visiting this holy shrine.

You can get information about the history of Tiruchendur, places to visit in and around the Tirunchendur temple, places to stay at Thiruchendur are all provided at the following link.