Steps close at 5:00 PM · Vehicles after 5 PM restricted
8:30 PM
Annadhanam
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அன்னதானம்
Free Sacred Meal · All Devotees Welcome
Morning Meal
11:00 AM
Evening Meal
6:30 PM
☝️ Annadhanam is served at the foothills prasadam hall. On festival days (Thaipusam, Karthigai), additional sessions are arranged. No token required — offered freely to all.
Directions & Parking
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By Bus
Routes 70, 70A from Gandhipuram Bus Stand. Drop at foothills.
New parking plaza at foothills. ₹30–50 for cars. Fill up by 9 AM on weekends.
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Temple Shuttle
Buses every 15 mins from foothills to top. Last bus 7:30 PM. ~₹15 fare.
⛰️ Climbing the Steps
~837 steps from foothills. Best before 8 AM or after 4 PM. Steps close at 5 PM.
Carry water — it gets warm. Comfortable footwear strongly advised. Elderly visitors: take the shuttle bus.
Nearby Stay
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Hotel Marutham
AC rooms · Budget · Foothills area
0.5 km
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Temple Dharmashala
Pilgrim rest · Minimal amenities · Donation basis
On-site
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Vadavalli Area Hotels
Multiple options · ₹800–2500/night · 3 km from temple