Palani Sightseeing, Quick Facts, History, Packages, Tours & Excursions

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS

The most famous temple here is the Dhandayudhapani Temple dedicated to the Lord Murugan. It is situated at about 1500 feet above sea level and has stairs leading to the hilltop on which the temple lies. The Thiru Avinankudi and Pada Vinayakar are shrines located around this temple. A temple dedicated to the goddess Parvati called the Periyanayaki Amman is located in the town. The Mariyamman Temple and the Perumal Temple are located near the Periyanayaki temple. The Mariyamman temple is given significance by devotees who visit it to seek protection from illnesses.

TOURISM INFO:

Tamil Nadu Tourism Complex,

No.2, Wallajah Road,

Chennai - 600 002.

E-Mail Id : ttdc@vsnl.com

Ph. 044- 25367850, 25383333, 25389857, 25360294,

Fax : 044-25361385, 25381567

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OTHER ACTIVITIES

Festivals:

Pankuni Uttiram

This ten day festival takes place every year in March or April. A number of religious processions mark each day of the festival.

Other Festivals

Some important festivals here are the Panguni Uttram, Thai Pusam, Kanda Sashti and the Vaikaci Vicâkam festival.

Excursions:

Kodaikanal

The Hill station Kodaikanal is 60 km away from Palani. This picturesque resort is a popular retreat in the Palani Hills, with a lake, boating, horse riding and beautiful walks in the hills.