Arupadai Veedu pilgrimage guide
The Arupadai Veedu are the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan in Tamil Nadu. Pilgrims have walked between them for centuries. This guide helps you understand each abode and plan the journey.
The idea of six abodes comes from Thirumurugatrupadai, the Sangam-era poem by Nakkeerar. It guides a seeker toward Murugan, place by place.
Each abode marks a moment in Murugan's story. Pilgrims may visit in this order or by the shortest route.
Choose where you start, how many days you have and how you are travelling. The planner puts the six abodes in a sensible order and splits the journey into days.
Numbers show the order of stops in your plan. Outline and positions are approximate.
Distances and times are estimates from map positions, not live road data. Check train and bus timetables before you book.
The major festivals draw the biggest crowds. Go for the festival, or plan around it for a quieter darshan.