Alagar Kovil is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is situated at a distance of 21 km from Madurai, on foot of Alagar hills, among the natural beauty of the woods. The Vaishnavite temple is famous for its beautiful sculptures and exquisite 'mandapams'. It is believed that pilgrims visited Azhgar Kovil even in the early days of the Sangam age. According to Hindu Mythology, Lord Vishnu came to this place from his heavenly abode to give away Goddess Meenakshi in marriage to Lord Sundareswarer.
Here, Lord Vishnu resides as Azhgar, brother of Meenakshi. A huge crowd of devotees is seen here in the month of April/May when Chithirai Festival is celebrated. During the festival, wedding ceremony of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareswarar takes place and Lord Azhgar travels to Madurai. A gold processional idol of Azhgar, called Sundararajar, is carried in procession by the devotees from Alagar Koil to Madurai for the divine wedding ritual.
Location: Located 21 KM from Madurai, Transport facility is available from Madurai Main bus stand Periyar(nearer to Railway station).
Transport: Buses available from Periyar bus stand(nearer to Railway station). Bus Number:44. Ticket Fare is around 20Rs.
Transport: Buses available from Periyar bus stand(nearer to Railway station). Bus Number:44. Ticket Fare is around 20Rs.
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