Sathuragiri Hills
Sathuragiri Hills (சதுரகிரி; caturakiri), also known as "Chathuragiri" or "Sundara Mahalingam",[1] is a pilgrimage site located 10 km from Watrap, near Srivilliputhur, in the state of Tamil Nadu in South India.[2] The hills are a part of the Western ghats.
Sathuragiri
சதுரகிரி Mahalingam temple | |
|---|---|
| Country |  India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Virudhunagar |
| Government | |
| • Body | Panchayat |
| Elevation | 995 m (3,264 ft) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 625703 |
| Nearest city | Madurai |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Theni |
| Vidhan Sabha constituency | usilampatti |
| Civic agency | Panchayat(saptur) |
| Climate | Tropical wet and dry (Köppen) |
| Website | www |
There are a few specific days when the general public is permitted to visit the Sathuragiri Hills. These days include new moon and full moon days and on two Pradhosham days . Visiting hours are between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Origin of the name
The name Sathuragiri originates from the words "Chathur" means "Four," and "Giri" means "Hill." An alternative origin for the name is attributed to the fact that the hill is square-shaped and therefore known as "Chathuragiri." Sathuragiri is known as the Abode of God.
References
- "Sathuragiri Hill (Chathuragiri) - the Abode of Siddhas". 13 March 2018.
- "Sathuragiri Hill (Chathuragiri) - The Abode of Siddhas". Sanskriti - Hinduism and Indian Culture Website. 13 March 2018. Retrieved 1 April 2020.
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