A Divya Desam in Kanchipuram closely associated with Vedanta Desika, the influential 13th-14th century Vaishnava philosopher-saint, who was an ardent devotee of this specific shri…
A Divya Desam in Kanchipuram closely associated with Vedanta Desika, the influential 13th-14th century Vaishnava philosopher-saint, who was an ardent devotee of this specific shrine.
The temple's history is bound up with Vedanta Desika's life and work in Kanchipuram, one of the most significant centres of his philosophical and devotional activity, giving this shrine particular significance within the history of Vishishtadvaita Vedanta thought.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of Kanchipuram's dense temple cluster, its Deepaprakasa ("radiant as a lamp") form giving it a distinctive devotional identity closely tied to Vedanta Desika's own writings and praise.
Vedanta Desika, one of the most significant successors to Ramanuja's philosophical tradition, is closely associated with this temple, and his devotion here forms an important thread connecting this specific Divya Desam to the broader intellectual history of Sri Vaishnavism.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning Darshan | 7:30 AM | 10:00 AM | Open | Morning worship and darshan are available. |
Midday Break | 10:00 AM | 5:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed during afternoon hours. |
Evening Darshan | 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM | Open | Evening worship and darshan are conducted. |
Temple Closing | — | 7:00 PM | Closed | Final rituals conclude the day. |
Pooja | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Ushathkalam Pooja | 7:00 AM | Free | Morning opening worship with traditional rituals. |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 8:00 AM | Free | Morning offering with flowers, prayers, and deeparadhana. |
Uchikalam Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday worship with naivedyam offerings. |
Sayarakshai Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening lamp ceremony with devotional chants. |
Irandamkalam Pooja | 7:00 PM | Free | Evening rituals and offerings. |
Ardha Jamam Pooja | 10:00 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹500 onwards | Sacred bathing ceremony performed with traditional offerings. |
Vishnu Sahasranama Archana | Daily | ₹100 onwards | Recitation of Lord Vishnu’s names with devotional offerings. |
Tulasi Archana | Daily | ₹100 onwards | Offering of sacred Tulasi leaves during worship. |
Special Alankaram | Festival Days | Varies | Decorative worship with flowers and traditional ornaments. |
Sankalp Pooja | On Request | Varies | Personalized prayers performed for devotees and families. |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Brahmotsavam | Purattasi (September–October) | Annual festival with special poojas, deity processions, and traditional celebrations. |
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | Important Vishnu festival with special darshan and devotional rituals. |
Vedanta Desika Utsavam | September–October | Special celebrations honoring the saint Vedanta Desika associated with Thiruthanka. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Special Vishnu worship with elaborate decorations and offerings. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Devotional programs, special alankarams, and offerings. |
Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Recitation of Divya Prabandham hymns and Vaishnavite devotional 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 offering prepared traditionally. |
Laddu | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet prasadam available during special occasions. |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred water distributed after darshan. |
Nearest airport: Chennai International Airport (~75 km). Kanchipuram railway station is well connected to Chennai.
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📍 Deepaprakasa Perumal Temple, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502
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