It is popularly believed that Sekunder was a friend of Lord Muruga. This shrine is also associated to Lord Murugan according to some legends. A Muslim shrine named Sekunder is also located here. It is believed that the couples who get married here get the blessing of Lord Muruga for a happy and successful married life.Ī striking feature of this temple is that it is visited not only by Hindu devotees but is also visited by those with other religious beliefs. This is the reason why this temple is considered to one of the most auspicious places for marriages. According to legends, at this place Lord Muruga has married Goddess Deivyani/Devasena who is the daughter of Lord Indra. This temple is among the six main shrines of Lord Murugan who is also known with the name of Subramanya. Legends behind Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, Madurai When visiting Tiruparankundram temple, if times permits devotees can also visit to other theerthams which are located nearby such as Sanyasi Kinaru, Saravana Poigai, Kasi Sunai, Sathiya Koopam and Lakshmi Theertham on their Madurai Tour.

From this temple, sun and moon can be seen together, which is a major attraction among devotees. In this temple, idols of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu face each other, which is a unique aspect in a Hindu temple. This temple, which is also historically important, is known for a special feature. This temple, with its shrine carved out of a rock, has separate shrines for Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, Goddess Durga, Lord Vinayaka and of other prominent Hindu deities. Thiruparankundram Temple was built in the 8th century during the Pandyan reign. This temple has been carved out of a mountain by cutting rocks adding on to its overall magnetism. One of the prominent religious shrines, Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple is among the 6 temples of Lord Murugan, called as Arupadaiveedu.

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