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Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple
This hill shrine near Gobichettipalayam is dedicated to Lord Murugan in his child form as Balamurugan and is one of the town's two major Murugan hill temples. It is crowned by a roughly 40-foot statue of Senthilandavar, among the tallest Murugan idols in Tamil Nadu and visible for miles across the plains. The temple has a five-tiered Dravidian gopuram and was extensively renovated in 1956.
Practical guide
Plan Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple
Typeheritage
Nearest baseAnthiyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseAnthiyur
DistrictErode
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
This hill shrine near Gobichettipalayam is dedicated to Lord Murugan in his child form as Balamurugan and is one of the town's two major Murugan hill temples. It is crowned by a roughly 40-foot statue of Senthilandavar, among the tallest Murugan idols in Tamil Nadu and visible for miles across the plains. The temple has a five-tiered Dravidian gopuram and was extensively renovated in 1956.
Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple is planned from Anthiyur, one of the travel bases in Erode district. Use Anthiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March; Thai Poosam and Panguni Uthiram festivals
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple
On a hill within Gobichettipalayam town; nearest railhead Gobichettipalayam (~3 km); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~75 km
Reached by a short hill climb; carry water for the ascent.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Anthiyur or nearby in Erode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple?
Base yourself in Anthiyur or nearby in Erode, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple?
Nearby you can pair Anthiyur Lake and Waterfalls (18.5 km), Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam (22.0 km), Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple (27.9 km), Bhavani Sangameswarar Temple (33.8 km).
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- Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple:Vanmeega, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0