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The
tallest Gopuram of the temple is the southern Gopuram. This gateway is
as high as nine storey, with images of numerous gods and goddesses.
The temple comprises 985 pillars and 14 towers, with two towers
dedicated to the main deities. The present structure of the temple has
been built in 16th century by Nayak King of Madurai Vishwanatha Nayak.
Tourists can also get a bird's eye view of the city from the southern
Gopuram of the temple.
The temple
is the most prominent landmark and most visited tourist attraction in
the city. The temple attracts 15,000 visitors a day and around 25,000 on
Fridays. The annual 10-day Meenakshi Tirukalyanam festival, celebrated
during April and May, attracts 1 million visitors.
Timings
Worship
Hours: 5.00 am to 12.30 pm & 4.00 pm to 10.00 pm
Getting
There
Madurai Airport is
the nearest airport to this temple. The airport is located
about 12 km (7.5 mi) from the Madurai railway station and 15 km from
the city center. To reach the temple, you can take bus number 10A, which
runs from the airport to the Periyar bus stand. The temple to within the
walking distance from the bus stand.
Fees
Entrance
tickets for foreigners Rs.50/- per person.
Contact
Information
Madurai
Meenakshi Amman Temple
Madurai 625 001
Tel:
+91452 234 4360
Email: info@maduraimeenakshi.org
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