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Vallakottai Murugan Temple – Timings, Darshan & Seva Booking
The Murugan of “Kodai Nagar” who called Arunagirinathar in a dream. Today’s darshan timings, pooja schedule, seva ticket prices and festival days for Vallakottai Murugan Temple, Vallakottai, from the official HR&CE temple portal.
Lord Murugan as Kodaiyandavar, with Valli and Deivanai
- 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- 4 daily poojas
- Sevas from ₹5
Tickets are booked on the government HR&CE portal, which opens in a new tab. If the portal is down, that tab waits and opens it as soon as it’s back.
Right now at the temple
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About Vallakottai Murugan Temple
Vallakottai Subramaniya Swamy Temple, near Sriperumbudur, is held to be about 1,200 years old. The temple tells of Bhagiratha, king of Ilanji, who in his pride insulted Sage Narada and lost his kingdom to the demon Koran. Repentant, he was guided by Durvasa to fast on Fridays and worship Murugan under a pathiri tree; the shrine he built is this temple, and the Murugan he prayed to, with Valli and Deivanai, is Kodaiyandavar. Another story says the village was once the fort of a demon named Vallan, slain by Murugan — “Vallan Kottai” became Vallakottai.
Arunagirinathar, halting at Thiruporur on his way to Thiruthani, saw Murugan in a dream asking, “Have you forgotten Vallakottai?” He came here and sang eight Thiruppugazh hymns, in which the town appears as Kodai Nagar. The temple is square in plan with a three-tier gopuram on the east, and it is especially sought out by those whose marriages face obstacles.
- Kodaiyandavar with Valli and Deivanai
- Eight Thiruppugazh hymns by Arunagirinathar
- Prayer place for removing marriage obstacles
- Open all day on Sundays, Tuesdays and Kiruthigai
Temple Timings
Time at the temple (India)
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- Open for darshan
- Darshan paused
- Pooja
The ring shows the AM (midnight to noon) hours.
Open for darshan
- 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Nadai closed
- 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Darshan runs 6 AM–1 PM and 4–8:30 PM; on Sundays, Tuesdays and Kiruthigai days the temple stays open all day.
- Timings can change on festival days.
- Bus 583 (Tambaram–Sriperumbudur) and 82C (Chengalpattu–Tiruvallur) pass nearby.
Daily Pooja Schedule
4 poojas are performed every day. Times are India time and change on festival days.
6:00 AM
to 6:15 AM
Go Pooja
11:30 AM
to 12:00 PM
Uchikala Pooja
5:30 PM
to 6:00 PM
Sayaratchai Pooja
8:00 PM
to 8:30 PM
Arthajama Pooja
Seva & Darshan Tickets
All sevas on HR&CEFees for booking online on the Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal. Tickets are issued by the temple; Trypdeals does not sell them.
Archanai
1 person per ticket
During darshan hours
₹5
Book
Dress Code & Facilities
Wear
- Men: dhoti or veshti, or trousers with a shirt
- Women: saree, half-saree, or salwar with dupatta
Avoid
- Shorts and sleeveless tops
- Leather items near the sanctum
- Footwear — leave it at the free stands outside
Facilities
- BathroomsVallakkottai temple
- RO drinking waterTemple valagam
- ToiletsTemple North out side
- WheelchairsNear ticket outlet
- Free footwear standRajagopuram front side
- Feeding room for mothers
- Thulabharam
How to Reach
Sannathi Street, Vallakottai, Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu 602118 Get directions
City bus routes: 583 (Tambaram – Sriperumbudur) · 82C (Chengalpattu – Tiruvallur)
History
Through the centuries
About 12th century
The temple credits King Bhagiratha with its second prakaram.
1992
Daily Go Pooja begins at the temple.
2008
Kumbabhishekam on 11 September 2008.
2025
Kumbabhishekam on 7 July 2025.
Temple at a Glance
- Main deity
- Murugan as Kodaiyandavar, with Valli and Deivanai
- Sacred tree
- Pathiri
- Holy tank
- Vajra Theertham
- Last Kumbabhishekam
- 7 July 2025
Customs & Rituals
Vajra Theertham
The tank is said to have been created by Indra, and a bath in it is believed to remove fear of enemies.
Morning Go Pooja
Cows are worshipped every morning, and many devotees come just to see it.
Temple Animals & Services
- 8Cows and calvesAs on 26 June 2026Kept in a new, improved gosala; their milk is used for the Lord’s abhishekam.
Online Booking Rules
How seva and darshan booking works on the HR&CE portal — worth reading before you pay.
- 1Book only on the official portalDarshan and seva tickets are sold on the Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal. Many temples offer free darshan slots; paid tickets are priced by each temple.
- 2A government ID for every personEach devotee on the ticket needs a government ID number at booking — Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, ration card or driving licence.
- 3One ID, one booking at a timeThe same ID cannot be used again until a gap set by the temple has passed. If a booking fails, the ID is released and can be used straight away.
- 4Your e-ticketA confirmed booking produces a PDF e-ticket to download; it is also sent to the email and mobile number you give. The portal’s “e-Ticket Verification” page lets you check a booking and download the ticket again.
- 5If a payment is stuckA pending payment usually settles within 10 to 30 minutes — the portal re-checks with the bank on its own. If money was debited but the booking failed, the bank refunds it in 3–5 working days.
- 6Paid bookings are finalPaid tickets cannot be cancelled or refunded, so check the date and slot before paying.
- 7Ticket won’t open?On older Android phones the PDF sometimes won’t display — download it and open it in an up-to-date PDF reader.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Vallakottai Murugan Temple timings?
Vallakottai Murugan Temple is open 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM; the nadai is closed 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Timings change on festival days.
What is the daily pooja schedule at Vallakottai Murugan Temple?
4 poojas are held every day, starting with Go Pooja at 6:00 AM – 6:15 AM and ending with Arthajama Pooja at 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Can I book sevas at Vallakottai Murugan Temple online?
Yes — 1 sevas, from ₹5, can be booked on the Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal. Each seva above links to its official booking page.
What is the dress code?
Traditional dress is expected: dhoti or pants with a shirt for men, and saree, half-saree or salwar with dupatta for women. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed.
When was the last Kumbabhishekam at Vallakottai Murugan Temple?
The latest Kumbabhishekam (re-consecration) of Vallakottai Murugan Temple was held on 7 July 2025.
What ID do I need to book darshan online?
Every person on the ticket needs a government ID number at booking — Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, ration card or driving licence. The same ID can be used again only after a gap set by the temple.
Can I cancel a paid seva or darshan ticket?
No. Paid bookings on the HR&CE portal are final and cannot be cancelled or refunded. If money was debited but the booking failed, the bank refunds it within 3–5 working days.
Timings, pooja schedule, fees and festival days come from the official Tamil Nadu HR&CE Thirukoil portal and are refreshed daily (last update 9 Oct 2026). They change on festival days — please confirm on the official temple page before you travel.