Your Guide to Exploring Tiruttani

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A temple town in Tamil Nadu, Tiruttani is one of the six sacred abodes (Arupadai Veedu) of Lord Murugan, known for its hilltop temple and religious significance.

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Why Tiruttani ??

One of the 6 major Murugan temples in India
Peaceful hill temple with panoramic views
Important pilgrimage site for Tamil devotees
Less crowded compared to other Murugan temples
Good for short spiritual trips from Chennai or Tirupati

Tiruttani is a small but significant pilgrimage town centered around the Tiruttani Murugan Temple, located on a hill at about 700 feet above sea level. Devotees climb around 365 steps (symbolizing days of the year) or take a motorable road to reach the temple. The temple is believed to be the place where Lord Murugan rested after defeating the demon Surapadman.

The town has a slow-paced, religious atmosphere with basic facilities catering mainly to pilgrims. Unlike commercial tourist hubs, Tiruttani remains relatively quiet, making it suitable for a short spiritual visit. Due to its proximity to both Chennai and Tirupati, it is often included in religious circuits.

How to Reach Tiruttani

Location	Google Maps
District	Tiruvallur
State/UT	Tamil Nadu
By Air	Nearest airport is Chennai International Airport (~90 km)
By Train	Tiruttani Railway Station is well connected on the Chennai–Tirupati route
By Road	Easily accessible via NH205 from Chennai (~90 km) and Tirupati (~50 km)
Local Transportation	Autos and taxis are the main options. For the temple, you can either climb steps or drive up via the ghat road. The town itself is small and walkable near the temple area.

Other Helpful Information

Common Scams	Middlemen offering “special darshan” at extra cost Overcharging by auto drivers during peak pilgrimage days Small shops selling pooja items at inflated prices near temple entrance