The temple of Lord
Muruga is located on the Palani Hills. The presiding deity is
Dandayuthapani. The idol is made of medicinal herbs, it is one of the
six abodes of Lord Muruga and one of the major Pilgrim centres is South
India next only to Thirupathi. An electrically operated winch takes the
pilgrims to the top. It is 105 kms. from Coimbatore.