From a thatched hut to the sacred Temple

Indulge yourself in the legend that surrounds the temple! One day, a sage appeared in Annaswami's dream, affirming the divine presence of Murugan inside his humble abode. Encouraged by this revelation, he embarked on a spiritual journey. At the sacred Palani temple, he encountered a picture of Murugan. He could not afford it, but fate intervened as the shopkeeper just offered it to him, claiming it was divinely ordained.

Annaswami's spiritual powers grew, manifesting in profound truths (Arul Vaakku) spoken during prayers and resolving devotees' troubles. He initiated the temple construction around 1865, supported by Rathinasamy Chettiyar, who facilitated the creation of the sacred idol.

Even after his passing, Rathinasamy continued the temple's mission and renamed it Vadapalani Temple. After he attained spiritual abode, the temple continued to stand as a beacon of divine intervention and worship under the guidance of Bagyalingam.

An epitome of Dravidian architecture

Prepare to be captivated as you walk through the timeless architecture of South Indian temples. It boasts of a majestic Rajagopuram adorned with intricate stuccos depicting legends from the Skanda Purana. At its heart stands the Moolavar, resembling the revered idol of the Palani temple.

The temple's eastern tower, adorned with 108 Bharatnatyam dance gestures, stands tall at 40.8 metres, symbolising divine grace. A spacious hall hosts sacred ceremonies, including weddings and religious discourses, within its expansive premises.

A resplendent golden chariot for Murugan adds to the temple's grandeur, while a temple tank graces its forefront. Explore further, and you will come across the Thala Vriksham, a sacred fig tree where devotees tie small swings in hopes of a progeny.