Poombarai kodaikanal - Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple

Poombarai kodaikanal - Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple , falls,camping,view point,village stay,Murugan Temple.

 

Poombarai, a village  is situated In Kodaikanal hill town at distance of 20 km from  Kodaikanal lake, Palani hill range in Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, South India.Poombarai village  is  picturesque in Kodai hills that has stunning terraced landscapes enveloped by green mountains and valleys. 

A picturesque view of the surroundings. You get to see colourful houses laid out in never ending greenery. Poombarai is adorned with the view of colourful roofs of houses set amidst the enticing hills. 

Poombarai  is famous for its production of garlic in terraced fields and lush greenery. It stands at the height of 1,920 m in the Palani Hills and offers a picturesque view of the surroundings. 

Poombarai ’s history dates back more than 3000 years.The Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple is a major attraction of this scenic village,Travellers are visit the temple and enjoy fresh local produce in the form of beans and carrots. 

Garlic Production in Poombarai : 

Poombarai is famous for production of garlic ‘Malai Poondu’ (hill garlic). It is said to have a special aroma associated with it.The wild honey collected from the forest is also much in demand in Poombarai.Do not forget to take some back home with you. 

Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple  : 

The Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple  epicentre of this historic  village original temple was built by the Chera dynasty and is dedicated to Lord Muruga. . . The temple is believed to have been consecrated by Bhogar, more than 3000 years ago. 

Bhogar was a Tamil Siddhar who lived between 550 and 300 BC. This temple comes under Pazhani Devasthanam. Every year Poombarai celebrates the Ther Thiruvizha procession for Lord Muruga. 

It falls on Kettai nakshatra which comes after Thaipoosam, normally in Thai or Maasi month.The temple celebrates ‘Ther Thiruvizha’ every year where the deity is taken out in a procession. 

Poombarai  viewpoint : Poombarai has many tea estates and a viewpoint in the village that offers just what your tourist-heart craves, views of green valleys and clouds rolling over the distant hills is sure to refresh your spirits.

Poombarai Timings : Everyday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. 

Poombarai Address : Poet Tyagaraja Rd, Kodaikanal - 624101 

Best time to visit Poombarai : Throughout the year, but the ideal time is in the winter between October and March. and monsoon months from April to June and between July and September respectively. 

How To Reach Poombarai : 

Poombarai is located at about 18 km from Kodaikanal. The most convenient option is to rent a two-wheeler or a taxi,It is a 30-minute drive from Kodaikanal Bus Stand, about 20 km away. 

Madurai International Airport, about 153 km away. 

Palani Railway Station, about 85 km away.

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