Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Main view showing Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style temple from Nayaka Period
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Main view showing Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style temple from Nayaka Period
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Main view showing Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style temple from Nayaka Period
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
Palani Murugan Temple Palani - Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu - Detailed architectural view of temple with Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style design elements
1.0x
Sannadhi Street, Dindigul, Palani (624601), Tamil Nadu, India, Tamil Nadu
Built c. 850 CE (9th century)

Help Preserve Palani Murugan Temple Palani

Your donation helps preserve Palani Murugan Temple Palani through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.

80G Tax Benefits on Every Donation

Get 100% tax deduction under Section 80G. Instant certificate, 100% transparency, secure payment.

Learn More About This Site
Donate to Palani Murugan Temple Palani
Quick, secure donation with instant 80G tax certificate. Your money goes directly to preservation work.
₹500
Documentation
₹1,250
Conservation
₹2,500
Restoration
Custom
Your Amount
✓80G Tax Benefits✓Instant Receipt✓100% Transparent🔒Secure Payment
Digital Documentation

High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.

Physical Conservation

Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.

Community Programs

Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.

Why Palani Murugan Temple Palani Matters

Cultural Heritage

The genesis of the Palani Murugan Temple is deeply rooted in ancient Puranic narratives, specifically the legend of Lord Murugan's arrival at this sacred hill, known as Pazhani Malai. Following a divine contest for a mythical fruit of wisdom (*Jnana Pazham*) with his brother Ganesha, Murugan, feeling slighted, retreated here in a state of renunciation, adopting the form of Dhandayuthapani, the ascetic holding a staff. This foundational myth established Palani as a primary abode for devotees seeking wisdom and detachment. Early shrine structures are hypothesized from the 6th-8th centuries CE, suggesting a continuous tradition of worship long before the grand Nayaka constructions. A pivotal moment in the temple's history is attributed to the revered Siddhar Bogar, a sage of the Siddha tradition, who is credited with consecrating the principal idol of Lord Dhandayuthapani. This unique *murti* was meticulously crafted from *Navapashanam*, a potent amalgam of nine poisonous herbal and mineral substances, painstakingly rendered into a medicinal and spiritually charged form. This extraordinary creation, dating back centuries, imbued the deity with unparalleled sanctity and healing properties, a belief that profoundly shaped the temple's identity and attracted scholars and devotees alike. Subsequent patronage from Chera, Chola, Pandya, and Vijayanagara dynasties, evidenced by inscriptions, further solidified its regional prominence before the Nayaka period's extensive architectural enhancements.

Architectural Heritage

Built in the Nayaka architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, South Indian Temple architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.

Educational Resource

An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.

Local Benefits

Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.

How to Donate to Save Palani Murugan Temple Palani
  1. 1

    Review Site Information

    Learn about Palani Murugan Temple Palani's historical significance, current conservation needs, and how your donation will be used for preservation efforts.

  2. 2

    Choose Donation Amount

    Select your contribution amount. Every ₹500 helps document one heritage site. Larger donations fund restoration projects. Get 100% tax deduction under 80G.

  3. 3

    Make Secure Payment

    Complete your donation via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking. All transactions are encrypted and secure through Razorpay payment gateway.

  4. 4

    Receive Tax Certificate

    Instant 80G tax exemption certificate emailed to you. Use this certificate while filing ITR to claim tax deductions and save money.

Why Your Donation Matters for Palani Murugan Temple Palani
  • 1Direct impact on Palani Murugan Temple Palani preservation and conservation
  • 280G tax benefits - save up to 30% through tax deductions
  • 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
  • 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
  • 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
  • 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel