What is Varalakshmi Vratham?
Varalakshmi Vratham is observed by married women on the Friday before Shravana Purnima, invoking Goddess Lakshmi as the giver of boons (vara) for the wellbeing, prosperity and long life of the family. It takes 2 to 3 hours with 1 pandit.
Pandits available for Varalakshmi Vratham in Madurai
Varalakshmi Vratham in Madurai
In Tamil Nadu it is Varalakshmi Nombu; the nombu charadu is tied and kozhukattai is offered.
Well-known temples in and around Madurai
- Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple
- Azhagar Kovil
Areas we cover in and around Madurai
- Anna Nagar (Madurai)
- KK Nagar
- Thiruparankundram
- Tallakulam
- Villapuram
Puja timings in Madurai this week
Madurai timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Varalakshmi Vratham in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:11 AM | 05:52 PM | 09:07 AM – 10:34 AM | 11:39 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:52 PM | 04:25 PM – 05:52 PM | 11:39 AM – 12:25 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:12 AM | 05:52 PM | 07:40 AM – 09:07 AM | 11:39 AM – 12:26 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:52 PM | 02:57 PM – 04:25 PM | 11:39 AM – 12:26 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:52 PM | 12:03 PM – 01:30 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:13 AM | 05:52 PM | 01:30 PM – 02:58 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:26 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:52 PM | 10:36 AM – 12:03 PM | 11:40 AM – 12:26 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Madurai
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Varalakshmi Vratham price in Madurai and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai (this page) | ₹5,650 | Tamil |
| Tiruchirappalli | ₹5,650 | Tamil |
| Coimbatore | ₹5,650 | Tamil |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Varalakshmi Vratham cost in Madurai?
Varalakshmi Vratham in Madurai starts from ₹5,650 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Madurai (the base price is ₹5,100 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Tamil-speaking pandit for Varalakshmi Vratham in Madurai?
Yes — Tamil-speaking pandits are the norm in Madurai. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Madurai do you cover?
Most of Madurai — for example Anna Nagar (Madurai), KK Nagar, Thiruparankundram, Tallakulam and Villapuram. You’ll see the free slots for your address when you book.