Alagar Kovil Madurai - Chithirai Festival | Timings | How to reach
Alagar Kovil Madurai Alagar Kovil is one of the famous temples in Tamilnadu. It is located in Madurai city and situated 21 km away from northeast Madurai. The temple is located in the hill, which is also referred to as Solaimalai. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In this blog, we are going to see about the legends/shrines, timings, Chithirai festival, and transportation of the Alagar Kovil. Shrines in Alagar Kovil The main shrine present in the temple is Lord Sundarabahu Perumal in standing posture. The pictures of Sridevi and Bhudevi also are housed within the sanctum. There two shrines of Narasimha and the avatar of Vishnu. One among them is shown holding the demon Hiranya and other slaying him. Chithirai Festival of Alagar Kovil Chithirai festival is one of the famous festival in Madurai. It is celebrated for ten days and it is the declared festivals of the Tamilnadu Government. This festival day is said as a Local Holiday. In Chithirai (April-May), Lord Kallalaga...