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Half Day Private Evening Ceremony at Meenakshi Temple Madurai

Madurai, India

Half Day Private Evening Ceremony at Meenakshi Temple Madurai

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Overview

Duration

Voucher type

E-Ticket

What To Expect

Like any traditional Hindu temple, the Meenakshi temple opens at dawn with a custom of awakening God and Goddess from their celestial rest by traditional music with an opening prayer. Around evening time, during the last supplication of the day, God Siva, spouse of Meenakshi is regularly taken in a palanquin from his temple and accompanied to his living spot, where Goddess Meenakshi waits in her shrine for her husband to come home. This ceremony is accompanied by music along with a gathering of devotees. When the God Siva arrives at his home, they rest in their bed chamber which is made of pure silver.

The entire experience is very evocative and a nice opportunity to witness first-hand a traditional religious ceremony and interact with locals.

What to remember

Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Most travelers can participate. 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.. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

What's included

Transportation to and from the hotel in AC vehicle. English Speaking Guide. Entrance fees. Two bottles (250 ml) of water per person. All applicable taxes. Entry/Admission - Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple