One of the five Krishnaranya Kshetrams — a distinctive small group of Divya Desams associated specifically with Krishna worship in this part of the Kaveri delta.
One of the five Krishnaranya Kshetrams — a distinctive small group of Divya Desams associated specifically with Krishna worship in this part of the Kaveri delta.
The temple's history follows the broader pattern of the Kaveri-delta Divya Desams, with continuous development and worship maintained since the Chola period through successive centuries.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of the Thiruvarur region, its significance resting primarily in its place within the Pancha Krishnaranya group rather than distinctive architectural features.
This temple is one of five collectively known as the Panchakanna (or Krishnaranya) Kshetrams, a specific grouping of Divya Desams historically associated with Krishna's presence in this delta region, each sharing thematic and devotional links to the others in the set.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning Darshan | 7:00 AM | 12:30 PM | Open | Morning darshan and rituals are available. |
Afternoon Break | 12:30 PM | 5:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed during afternoon hours. |
Evening Darshan | 5:00 PM | 8:30 PM | Open | Evening darshan and worship are available. |
Temple Closing | — | 8:30 PM | Closed | Final rituals conclude the day. |
Pooja | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Ushakala Pooja | 7:00 AM | Free | Morning worship with traditional rituals. |
Thiruvanandal Pooja | 8:00 AM | Free | Morning decoration and offering ceremony. |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 9:00 AM | Free | Morning prayers and deeparadhana. |
Uchikala Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday offering and worship. |
Sayarakshai Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening lamp ceremony. |
Irandamkala Pooja | 7:00 PM | Free | Evening rituals and offerings. |
Ardha Jamam Pooja | 8:30 PM | Free | Final worship before closing. |
Darshan | Price | Waiting Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
General Darshan | Free | 10–20 minutes | Walk-in |
Special Darshan | ₹20 onwards | 5–10 minutes | Temple Counter |
Archana | ₹50 onwards | Immediate | Temple Counter |
Special Sevas | Varies | Advance Booking | Temple Office |
Seva | Time | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Archana Seva | Daily | ₹50 onwards | Individual prayers with offerings. |
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹500 onwards | Sacred bathing ritual with traditional offerings. |
Tulasi Archana | Daily | ₹100 onwards | Offering of Tulasi leaves during worship. |
Special Alankaram | Festival Days | Varies | Decorative arrangements with flowers and ornaments. |
Sankalp Pooja | On Request | Varies | Personalized prayers for devotees and families. |
Lakshmi Narayana Pooja | Special Days | Varies | Special worship with traditional offerings. |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Chithirai Brahmotsavam | April–May | Major annual festival with special rituals, decorations, and processions. |
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | Special Vishnu worship with extended darshan and devotional programs. |
Garuda Sevai | Festival Days | Special procession featuring Garuda vahana celebrations. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Special Vishnu prayers and offerings during the Tamil month of Purattasi. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special decorations and devotional celebrations. |
Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Traditional recitation of Divya Prabandham hymns and Vaishnavite celebrations. |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Chakkara Pongal | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet rice preparation offered during worship. |
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional tamarind rice prasadam. |
Ven Pongal | ₹30–₹60 | Savory rice preparation offered traditionally. |
Laddu | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet prasadam available during special occasions. |
Kalkandu Pongal | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet rice preparation made with sugar crystals. |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred water distributed after darshan. |
Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (~80 km). Well connected by road from Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam.
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📍 Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, Thirukkannamangai, Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu 610103
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The other Panchakanna Kshetrams, including Tirukannapuram, are within reach for a combined visit.
