Where Muruga defeated the demon Surapadman in the defining battle. The only coastal Arupadai Veedu. Ancient temple with Sangam-era references.
One of the most ancient Muruga temples with references in Sangam literature (Tirumurukāṟṟuppaṭai by Nakkeerar). Survived Dutch occupation (1646-1648). The seaside setting marks the battlefield where Muruga fought Surapadman.
Seaside Dravidian temple with a nine-story rajagopuram. The sanctum is partially underground (reached by descending steps). The temple faces the sea — Muruga faces the direction of his victory.
Arupadai Veedu #2
Only coastal Arupadai Veedu
Surasamharam reenactment
Sangam-era temple
Underground sanctum
Skanda Sashti (6-day festival with Surasamharam)
Thaipusam
Panguni Uthiram
Open 5 AM–1 PM, 4 PM–9 PM. Located on the coast near Thoothukudi. The beach adjacent to the temple is sacred. Best visited during Skanda Sashti (Oct-Nov).
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