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Noopura Gangai
A perennial spring and small waterfall high in the Alagar hills above Pazhamudircholai, near the Azhagar Kovil temple complex. Its name means 'anklet river', from a legend that the water springs from the anklet of a celestial figure, and its clear cascade forms a sacred bathing spot for pilgrims. The trek passes through the reserve forest of the Alagar range.
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Noopura Gangai
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Plan Noopura Gangai
Typewaterfall
Nearest baseAlagarkoil
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree; forest permit may apply
Nearest town/baseAlagarkoil
DistrictMadurai
Place typewaterfall
Time neededAbout an hour.
A perennial spring and small waterfall high in the Alagar hills above Pazhamudircholai, near the Azhagar Kovil temple complex. Its name means 'anklet river', from a legend that the water springs from the anklet of a celestial figure, and its clear cascade forms a sacred bathing spot for pilgrims. The trek passes through the reserve forest of the Alagar range.
Noopura Gangai is planned from Alagarkoil, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Alagarkoil for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Noopura Gangai — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Best timeAfter the monsoon, July to January
Entry: Free; forest permit may apply
Getting there: Alagarkoil (~20 km from Madurai Junction)
A short forest trek from the Azhagar Kovil area.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Alagarkoil or nearby in Madurai, 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.
Distance by road
- Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)135 km
- Rameswaram170 km
- Kodaikanal115 km
- Coimbatore215 km
- Kanniyakumari240 km
Road km to Madurai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Noopura Gangai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Noopura Gangai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Noopura Gangai?
Entry: Free; forest permit may apply. Timings: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Noopura Gangai?
Base yourself in Alagarkoil or nearby in Madurai, 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 Noopura Gangai?
About an hour.
What else is near Noopura Gangai?
Nearby you can pair Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple (300 m), Azhagar Kovil (2.2 km), Thiruvathavur Thirumarainathar Temple (13.0 km), Yanaimalai (14.0 km).
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