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A Sufi pilgrimage site in Vagamon featuring a massive rock and the tomb of Sheikh Fariduddin, offering panoramic views of the hills.
Discover what makes this destination truly special
Thangal Para is a significant pilgrimage site for Muslims, located atop a hill in Vagamon. The main feature is a massive spherical rock formation and the Dargah, or tomb, of Sheikh Fariduddin, a Sufi saint who is believed to have arrived here from Afghanistan around 800 years ago. Visitors undertake a short but moderately steep trek up a rocky path to reach the summit. At the top, besides the Dargah, you are rewarded with an expansive 360-degree view of the surrounding green hills and valleys, a characteristic landscape of Vagamon.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
Weekends, public holidays, and during the annual Urus festival (dates vary).
November to February on weekdays.
Monsoon season (June to September) and summer months (April to May).
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
6:00 AM — 6:00 PM
Open all days. It is recommended to visit during daylight hours for safety and to enjoy the views. There are no official opening or closing times, but these are the generally accepted visiting hours.
Free entry for all visitors. Donations are voluntary at the Dargah.
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Thangal Para Road, Kolahalamedu P.O., Vagamon
Coordinates
9.6655, 76.9080
Nearest City
Vagamon
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Cochin International Airport (COK) is the nearest airport, located about 100 km away. It takes approximately 3-4 hours to reach Vagamon by taxi from the airport...
The nearest major railway station is Kottayam (KTYM), about 64 km from Vagamon. You can hire a taxi or take a bus from Kottayam to reach Vagamon.
Vagamon is well-connected by a network of roads to major towns in Kerala. It is accessible from Kottayam, Kochi, and Munnar. State buses and private buses opera...
Within Vagamon, jeeps are the most popular mode of transport for sightseeing. Auto-rickshaws are also available for shorter distances. You can hire one from Vag...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
The history of Thangal Para is centered on the legend of Sheikh Fariduddin, a Sufi saint from Afghanistan. It is believed that he traveled to Kerala about eight centuries ago and chose this scenic hill in Vagamon for his spiritual practices. According to local folklore, after his death, a huge spher...
Thangal Para holds immense religious significance for the Muslim community as the resting place of the revered Sufi saint, Sheikh Fariduddin. It functions as a Dargah Sharif, a place of prayer and pilgrimage. Its natural uniqueness lies in the gigantic, almost perfectly spherical rock that marks the...
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