Kozhundhu Malai Balasubramanya Swamy Temple – Thirunelveli

Address

Kozhundhu Malai Balasubramanya Swamy Temple – Thirunelveli

Kozhundhu Mamalai, Cheranmahadevi,

Thirunelveli District,

Tamil Nadu – 627414

Mobile: +91 93600 98318

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Balasubramanya Swamy

Introduction

The Balasubramanya Swamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Murugan, is located atop Kozhundhu Malai, near Cheranmahadevi in Thirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu.

• Age: Believed to be 1,500 years old.
• Location Details:
  • 19 km from Thirunelveli.
  • 2 km from Cheranmahadevi on the Kalakkad road.
  • Nearest Railway Station: Thirunelveli.
  • Nearest Airports: Thoothukudi and Thiruvananthapuram.

The temple’s serene hilltop location and historic significance make it a cherished spiritual destination.

Puranic Significance

• Divine Vision:
  Lord Murugan appeared in the dream of a devotee in this region, directing him to perform penance at Kozhundhu Malai. After years of devotion, the devotee was blessed with Lord Murugan’s darshan in Balaka (infant) form, leading to the temple’s establishment.
• Connection to Sanjeevi Hill:
  During the epic Ramayana, parts of the Sanjeevi Hill carried by Hanuman fell across several regions. Kozhundhu Malai is one such fragment, known for its herbal richness. The name “Kozhundhu” (green herbal leaves) and “Malai” (hill) reflects this legacy.

Beliefs and Worship

Devotees flock to the temple seeking blessings for:

• Marriage, children, and career success by praying every last Friday of the Tamil month for six months.
• Rituals include:
  • Alagu Kuthal (cheek piercing).
  • Carrying Kavadis.
  • Performing abhishekams to Lord Murugan.

Special Features

• Iconography of Lord Murugan:
  Lord Murugan graces devotees in a standing posture, holding weapons in his upper hands, while his lower hands hold the Vel (spear) and bestow blessings. Revered as Bala Subramanya, the infant form of Murugan adds uniqueness to this temple.
• Other Shrines:
  • Lord Vinayaka.
  • Idumban (custodian deity).
  • Lord Shiva, Mother Parvathi, and Gangai Amman.
• Ilaneer Kinaru (Green Coconut Well):
  This well, located in the temple’s northeast corner, overflows during monsoons. Its water tastes like tender coconut, adding a mystical allure to the temple.

Festivals

1. Monthly Observances:
   • Special abhishekam and pujas every last Friday of the Tamil month. Devotees observe fasting (Shukrawar Vratham), seeking blessings for marriage, children, and career success.
2. Annual Celebrations:
   • Aipasi Skanda Sashti (October–November).
   • Tirukarthikai (November–December).
   • Panguni Uthiram (March–April).
   • Vaikasi Visakam (May–June).

References

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2017/03/balasubramanya-swamy-temple-kozhundhu.html

Century/Period

1500 years old.

Managed By

Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department (HR&CE)

Nearest Bus Station

Kozhundhu Malai

Nearest Railway Station

Thirunelveli

Nearest Airport

Thoothukudi and Thiruvananthapuram.

Location on Map

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