Experience the enchanting Half Day Private Evening Ceremony at Meenakshi Temple Madurai. Witness a traditional Hindu ceremony, interact with locals, and immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere.
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Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple - Madurai’s skyline is dominated by the 14 colourful gopurams (gateway towers) of Meenakshi Amman Temple. Built in the 14th century, it has four impressive towers called Gopurams and the tallest one is about 170 feet high. More than 33,000 sculptures adorn the temple and the roof is covered with intricate motifs. A couple of other striking features are the 1000-pillar hall and the musical pillars.
In the late evening, you will witness the incredible pooja (prayer) ceremony at the Meenakshi Temple. During the ceremony, the idols of Sundareshwar (an avatar of Lord Shiva) and his consort Meenakshi (an avatar of Parvati), are carried in a grand procession to the bedchamber, where they are kept for the night.
- Round-trip AC transportation from hotel
- Complimentary two 250 ml water bottles per guest
- Entrance fees included
- Knowledgeable English-speaking guide
- All taxes covered
- Gratuities
- Extra fee US$ 20 for pick-up from hotels outside the radius of 5 Km from the city center
In typical Hindu temple fashion, the Meenakshi temple starts its day at sunrise by rousing the God and Goddess from their divine slumber through customary music and an opening prayer. Come twilight, during the final prayer of the day, Lord Siva, Meenakshi’s consort, is customarily carried in a sedan chair from his temple to his dwelling, where Goddess Meenakshi waits dutifully in her shrine for her spouse’s return. This event is filled with music and swells with gathered followers. Upon Lord Siva’s arrival, both deities retire in a pure silver bedroom chamber.
The whole event is profoundly emotive and offers a unique occasion to directly experience customary religious rituals and engage with local people.
- If you have limited mobility, please let us know in advance
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs
- Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time
- Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation
- Photography not allowed in temples
- You must wear clothing that covers your arms and legs for visiting sacred or holy places
- This activity is subject to cancellation based on inclement weather
- Guided Language tours are available at a supplement
- Non-Hindus are not allowed in the main temple
- You must contact Le Passage to India at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Use the contact and email details on the voucher/ticket
- Upon pickup, please present your printed voucher and photo ID in exchange for your activity. Le Passage to India will respond within 24 hours to confirm your pickup time
- Pickup is included from most centrally located hotels; if your hotel falls outside this area you may need to pay a supplement for hotel pickup.US$ 20 is the supplement for pick-up from hotels outside the radius of 5 Kms from the city center.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
