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Suruli Mastan Dargah
This dargah near Suruli Falls, associated with a Muslim saint and traditionally dated to around the 16th century, is a pilgrimage site for the local Muslim community. Its location beside the popular Suruli Falls makes it part of the wider religious and scenic circuit in that part of the district.
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Plan Suruli Mastan Dargah
Typeheritage
Nearest baseCumbum
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseCumbum
DistrictTheni
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
This dargah near Suruli Falls, associated with a Muslim saint and traditionally dated to around the 16th century, is a pilgrimage site for the local Muslim community. Its location beside the popular Suruli Falls makes it part of the wider religious and scenic circuit in that part of the district.
Suruli Mastan Dargah is planned from Cumbum, one of the travel bases in Theni district. Use Cumbum for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Suruli Mastan Dargah — at a glance
TimingsRoughly 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to February; annual urs
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Suruli Mastan Dargah
Near Suruli Falls, about 12 km from Cumbum in Uthamapalayam taluk; nearest railway Bodinayakkanur or Theni; nearest airport Madurai (IXM), about 90 km.
Combine it with Suruli Falls; the annual urs draws pilgrims.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Cumbum or nearby in Theni, 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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Suruli Mastan Dargah — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Suruli Mastan Dargah?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Suruli Mastan Dargah?
Entry: Free. Timings: Roughly 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Suruli Mastan Dargah?
Base yourself in Cumbum or nearby in Theni, 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 Suruli Mastan Dargah?
About an hour.
What else is near Suruli Mastan Dargah?
Nearby you can pair Kodi Lingam Temple (430 m), Suruli Kailasanathar Temple (510 m), Suruli Falls (1.3 km), Meghamalai (High Wavy Mountains) (8.4 km).
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- Suruli Mastan Dargah:Jaseem Hamza · CC BY 3.0