The traditional birthplace of Andal, the only woman among the twelve Alvar saints, and one of the most beloved Divya Desams in Tamil Vaishnava tradition, its towering gopuram serv…
The traditional birthplace of Andal, the only woman among the twelve Alvar saints, and one of the most beloved Divya Desams in Tamil Vaishnava tradition, its towering gopuram serving as the official emblem of the Tamil Nadu state government.
The temple is closely tied to the life of Andal (also called Kodhai), regarded as having been discovered as an infant here by the Alvar saint Periyalvar and raised in devotion to Vishnu, ultimately becoming one of the most celebrated Vaishnava poet-saints. The temple has been a major pilgrimage centre for many centuries, with continuous patronage reflected in its towering gopuram.
The temple's gopuram rises approximately 192 feet across 11 tiers, among the tallest in Tamil Nadu, and its distinctive silhouette was adopted as the official emblem of the Tamil Nadu government — a rare instance of a temple structure achieving that level of civic recognition.
Andal is celebrated for her intense devotional poetry to Vishnu, compiled as the Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumoli, and for the tradition that she was ultimately united with Ranganatha at Srirangam. This temple, as her traditional birthplace and childhood home, is central to her story and to the annual Andal Jayanti celebrations.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 6:00 AM | — | Open | General days |
Morning darshan | 6:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Main morning darshan session |
Midday Break | 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for rituals |
Evening darshan | 4:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Open | Evening worship and darshan |
Temple closing | — | 8:00 PM | Closed | Daily closing time. (Temples.bio) |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Thiruvanandal | 6:00 AM | Free | Opening worship of Andal and Rangamannar |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 8:00 AM | Free | Morning pooja with alankaram |
Uchikala Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday worship and offerings |
Sayaraksha Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening Deeparadhana |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 8:00 PM | Free | Final ritual before temple closes |
Darshan | Price | Waiting Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
General Darshan | Free | 15–45 min | Walk-in |
Special Darshan | ₹50–₹100 | 5–15 min | Temple Counter |
Archana Ticket | ₹50–₹150 | Immediate | Temple Counter |
Thirumanjanam Seva | ₹500 onwards | Slot Based | Temple Counter |
Seva | Time | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Archana | Throughout the day | ₹50–₹200 | Personal prayer offered in the devotee's name |
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹500 onwards | Sacred ceremonial bath of Andal and Rangamannar |
Sahasranama Archana | Morning | ₹200–₹500 | Chanting of the thousand names of Lord Vishnu |
Tulasi Archana | Morning & Evening | ₹100–₹300 | Special worship with sacred Tulasi leaves |
Thirukalyana Seva | By Booking | ₹1,000 onwards | Divine wedding ceremony of Andal and Lord Rangamannar |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Aadi Pooram Brahmotsavam | July–August | The temple's biggest festival celebrating the birth of Goddess Andal with a 10-day Brahmotsavam, Garuda Sevai, Temple Car Festival, and grand processions. |
Panguni Andal-Rangamannar Thirukalyanam | March–April | Grand celestial wedding of Andal and Lord Rangamannar with elaborate rituals and festive celebrations. |
Vaikunta Ekadasi & Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Opening of the Paramapada Vasal, Divya Prabandham recitations, and special Vaishnavite celebrations. |
Periyazhwar Utsavam | June–July | Celebrates Saint Periyazhwar with processions, Vedic chanting, and devotional programs. |
Vasantha Utsavam | May–June | Spring festival featuring special alankarams, processions, and devotional music. |
Masi Teppotsavam | February–March | Three-day float festival celebrated in the temple tank with beautifully decorated processions. |
Krishna Jayanthi | August–September | Special poojas, devotional music, and cultural programs dedicated to Lord Krishna. |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional tamarind rice prasadam |
Sarkarai Pongal | ₹30–₹80 | Sweet rice offering |
Akkaravadisal | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet milk-rice prasadam associated with Andal |
Laddu | ₹30–₹80 | Temple-prepared sweet prasadam |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred holy water with Tulasi |
Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (~75 km). Srivilliputhur is well connected by road to Madurai and other southern Tamil Nadu towns.
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