Sri Subrahmanyaswamy Temple

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Sri Subrahmanyaswamy Temple in Thiruthani, popular as Thiruthani Murugan temple, is a famous Hindu religious destination in Tamil Nadu. It is one of the six famous Muruga temples known as Arupadaiveedu, the six abodes of Lord Muruga or the six battle places where Lord Muruga won over the evils. The other five holy abodes are Palani Dandayudhapani Swamy Temple, Tiruparamkundram Subramanya Swami Temple, Tiruchendur Senthil Andavar Temple, Palamudhircholai Subramanya Swamy Temple and Swamimalai Swaminatha Swami Temple

Sri Subrahmanyaswamy Temple in Thiruthani is a very old temple dating back to many centuries. As per the mythical stories, Lord Muruga married his consort Valli, the daughter of a hunting chieftain, at this place. This temple attracts thousands of Hindu pilgrims every year.