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Private Tour: Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple Night Ceremony

Madurai, India
From 2 hours to 3 hours
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What You Will Do

Madurai is an ancient city that is situated in the South state Tamil Nadu, India. It is the earliest recorded civilisation and there is evidence that there was human settlement here dating back to 300 BC. The town is built around the Meenakshi Temple. It is well known for various reasons one of them being the historical monuments like the Meenakshi Amman Temple and Tirumalai Nayak Palace. Madurai has also contributed a lot to Indian literature with its rich and abundant literary tradition. On your visit here admire the Dravidian style of architecture as you pay pilgrimage to Meenakshi temple. The pillars outside the temple are erected so cleverly that they one can hear different notes when touching them.

What's Included?

  • Local English Speaking Guide
  • Transport by private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop

What's Not Included?

  • Food and Drinks
  • Monument Entrances Fees & camera Fees
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

1

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

2 hours

The town has developed encircling Meenakashi Amman temple built in the Dravidian style. Every traditional Hindu temple such as Meenakshi temple opens at the crack of dawn with a belief, custom of waking God and Goddess up from their divine rest by classical music with an opening prayer of the beautiful day. At night during the final prayer of the day, God Siva, husband of Meenakshi would typically be carried in a palanquin from his shrine and escorted to his residing place, where Goddess Meenakshi waits in her shrine for her husband to come home. This lively divine procession followed by a piece of music along with a gathering of devotees. Once the God Siva reaches his home, they rest in their bed chamber is made of pure silver. This daily process of religious action at early in morning is being traditionally named Thirupalli Ezhuchi - wake up prayer – Morning Prayer – opening ceremony. During night it is said to be named, closing ceremony – bed chamber ceremony – night ceremony.

Additional Information

This activity is operated by GetAwayTours Madurai
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Shoes must be removed at places of worship, Dress code is smart casual (Please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; shorts or sleeveless tops are not recommended)

Guide Options

  • Guide - English