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Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple
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Suchindram Shree Thanumalayan Temple (Sthanumalayan Temple) is a significant Hindu shrine located in Suchindram, in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the rare temples in India where the Trimurti Brahma (Ayan) the creator, Vishnu (Mal) the preserver, and Shiva (Thanu) the destroyer are worshipped together in a single sanctum as Thanumalayan, symbolizing divine unity. This unique feature makes the temple spiritually significant for devotees across the country. The temple is a fine example of Dravidian architecture, featuring intricately carved stone pillars, towering gopurams (gateway towers), and ancient inscriptions. Among its notable features are the 18-foot-tall monolithic statue of Lord Hanuman, one of the tallest in South India, and a massive Nandi (sacred bull) carved from a single stone. The temple is also famous for its musical pillars, which emit distinct tones when tapped. The temple is steeped in rich mythology. One legend tells of Lord Indra, who was cursed and came to Suchindram to be purified of his sins by praying to the Trinity, giving the place its name Suchi-Indran, later shortened to Suchindram. Another story recounts how Anasuya, the wife of Sage Atri, turned the Trinity into infants to preserve her modesty and fed them. Pleased, the gods granted her a boon, and merged into one Lingam Thanumalayan to be worshipped together. Rich in legend, devotion, and artistry, the Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple stands as a beacon of spiritual harmony and a must-visit destination for pilgrims and heritage seekers alike.
| ⏰ Session | Opening Hours |
| Morning | 4:30 AM To 12:00 PM |
| Evening | 5:00 PM To 8:30 PM. |
Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple
nagercoil
tamilnadu
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Suchindram Shree Thanumalayan Swamy Temple is believed to heal aid in speech issues, mental stress, remove obstacles in marriage and cleanse spiritual impurities through devoted worship and sacred rituals.
Miracles after visiting Thanumalayan Temple:
Thanumalayan Temple is believed to bring peace and mental clarity to many devotees. Couples facing delayed marriages often find suitable matches after offering prayers here, and some even report healing from chronic health issues through the temple’s sacred rituals
Offerings to Thanumalayan Temple:
Thanumalayan Temple is where devotees offer items like milk, sandalwood paste, oil lamps, garlands, and special archanas to seek blessings for health, marriage, peace, and spiritual protection.
Dress code to follow Thanumalayan Temple:
For Men: Dhoti (veshti) or full-length pants with shirt Shirt may need to be removed before entering the sanctum.
Avoid: Shorts, lungis, sleeveless or tight-fitting tops.
For Women: Saree, Salwar Kameez, or Long Skirt with Blouse.
Avoid: Short dresses, jeans, leggings, sleeveless or low-neck tops.
How to reach Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple?
Suchindram Thanumalayan Temple is located in nagercoil,tamilnadu
Different transport modes from nearest cities:
| From-To stations |
Travel Distance & Hours |
| Bus: Nagercoil To Suchindram |
7.7 km 20 mins |
| Kanyakumari To Suchindram | 13.6 km 25 mins |
| Train: Nagercoil To Suchindram |
11.3km 30–35 mins |
| Kanyakumar To Suchindram | 17.3 km 35–40 mins |
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