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Sikandar Dargah
A revered hilltop dargah atop Thiruparankundram hill, dedicated to Sikandar Badusha, a medieval Muslim saint whose tomb crowns the summit. Reached by a long flight of steps, it offers sweeping views over Madurai and shares the same sacred hill as the famed Murugan temple, a rare example of multi-faith devotion.
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Sikandar Dargah
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Plan Sikandar Dargah
Typemosque
Nearest baseThiruparankundram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruparankundram
DistrictMadurai
Place typemosque
Time neededAbout an hour.
A revered hilltop dargah atop Thiruparankundram hill, dedicated to Sikandar Badusha, a medieval Muslim saint whose tomb crowns the summit. Reached by a long flight of steps, it offers sweeping views over Madurai and shares the same sacred hill as the famed Murugan temple, a rare example of multi-faith devotion.
Sikandar Dargah is planned from Thiruparankundram, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Thiruparankundram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sikandar Dargah — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March; go early to avoid heat
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sikandar Dargah
Thiruparankundram; Madurai Airport IXM (~6 km)
Wear sturdy shoes for the long stair climb.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruparankundram or nearby in Madurai, 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.
Distance by road
- Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)135 km
- Rameswaram170 km
- Kodaikanal115 km
- Coimbatore215 km
- Kanniyakumari240 km
Road km to Madurai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Sikandar Dargah — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sikandar Dargah?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sikandar Dargah?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sikandar Dargah?
Base yourself in Thiruparankundram or nearby in Madurai, 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 Sikandar Dargah?
About an hour.
What else is near Sikandar Dargah?
Nearby you can pair Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple (600 m), Vilacheri Pottery Village (2.3 km), Pasumalai Hill (3.6 km), Samanar Hills (5.6 km).
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