Arulmigu Kallalagar Temple

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Location: 63 staff qtrs, Alagar Kovil Main Rd, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 618301, India.

Visiting time: 1-2 hours.

Arulmigu Kallalagar Temple, also known as Azhagar Kovil, is one of the important temples situated in the foothills of the Alagar hills, about 21 kilometers from Madurai. This temple has a lot of religious value and also has some beautiful architecture. Lord Vishnu is honored in Alagar Kovil Temple, which is notable for its beautiful sculpture and mandapams. The Hindu religion has immense significance for the Alagar Hills; this hill is named Alagar because Lord Thirumal is known as Alagar here, and therefore the hills are named after him.

Attraction

The beautiful stone sculpture of the adored Hindu Lord Vishnu is one of the site’s most amazing aspects. The sculptures showing different prominent positions linked with the Hindu deity are very attractive for all Vishnu believers and even art fans. This majestic temple, also known as the Azhagar Kovil, is nestled in the wooded Alagar hills.

History

The temple, which was built in the Dravidian style, is mentioned in the Divya Prabandha, an early medieval Tamil canon of Azhwar saints from the 6th–9th century CE. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams devoted to Vishnu, known as Kallazhagar, and his spouse Lakshmi, known as Thirumamagal.

Inside/Outside Views

Azhagar Kovil Temple

The Alagar Kovil Temple is placed in a beautiful natural environment with medieval ruins. King Malayadwaja Pandyan of the Pandyan era is reported to have been the first to visit and care for this temple. The architectural development of this temple is reported to have been greatly influenced by the Pandyan kingdom. The enormous tower at the temple’s entrance was also constructed during the time of the Pandyan Empire. Intricate carving can be seen, displaying stories from numerous epics. There are several other teams in the area. Almost every devotee pays a pilgrimage to Noopura Ganga, which is said to have fallen directly from heaven.

Opening Hours

Wednesday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Thursday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Friday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Saturday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Sunday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Monday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM
Tuesday	· 6 AM–12:30 PM · 3:30–8 PM