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Goripalayam Dargah
The largest mosque and dargah in Madurai, enshrining the tombs of two 13th-century Madurai sultans and Sufi saints, Hazrat Sultan Alauddin and Hazrat Sultan Shamsuddin. The single dome over the tombs is said to have been carved from one massive block of stone. A major centre of Islamic pilgrimage, its annual urs festival draws devotees across faiths.
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Goripalayam Dargah
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Plan Goripalayam Dargah
Typemosque
Nearest baseGoripalayam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseGoripalayam
DistrictMadurai
Place typemosque
Time neededAbout an hour.
The largest mosque and dargah in Madurai, enshrining the tombs of two 13th-century Madurai sultans and Sufi saints, Hazrat Sultan Alauddin and Hazrat Sultan Shamsuddin. The single dome over the tombs is said to have been carved from one massive block of stone. A major centre of Islamic pilgrimage, its annual urs festival draws devotees across faiths.
Goripalayam Dargah is planned from Goripalayam, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Goripalayam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Goripalayam Dargah — at a glance
Timings5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Best timeYear-round; October to March most comfortable
Entry: Free
Getting there: Madurai Junction (~3 km), Goripalayam
Dress modestly; busiest during the annual urs.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Goripalayam 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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Goripalayam Dargah — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Goripalayam Dargah?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Goripalayam Dargah?
Entry: Free. Timings: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Goripalayam Dargah?
Base yourself in Goripalayam 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 Goripalayam Dargah?
About an hour.
What else is near Goripalayam Dargah?
Nearby you can pair Thiruvappudaiyar Temple (700 m), Tamukkam Palace (1.5 km), Puthu Mandapam (1.5 km), Meenakshi Amman Temple (1.6 km).
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