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Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai

also spelt Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple · Madurai Meenakshi Temple · Meenakshi Temple · மதுரை மீனாட்சியம்மன் கோவில் · मीनाक्षी सुन्दरेश्वर मन्दिर

Presiding Deity & Shrines

4 Shrines
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Sthala Purana

Tradition holds that Meenakshi was born to the Pandya king of Madurai, ruled the kingdom and set out to conquer the world, and married Shiva, who came to her as Sundareswarar. Their wedding is celebrated every year in the Chithirai festival.

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History

The temple was largely rebuilt under the Nayak rulers of Madurai in the 16th and 17th centuries. It has 14 gopurams, the tallest over 50 metres high, and is one of the most visited temples in India.

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Practical details

Address
Madurai, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu

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Nearest airport
Madurai Airport (IXM) · 10 km, straight line
Nearest railway
Madurai Junction, about 1 km
Darshan timings

05:00 – 12:30 IST

16:00 – 21:30 IST

Last verified 15 Sep 2026

Entry & dress code
Modest or traditional dress is expected; shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed. Mobile phones are not allowed inside and can be left at counters outside the gates.

Last verified 15 Sep 2026

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