One of the northernmost Divya Desams, set in Naimisaranyam — a forest of profound significance in Hindu tradition, believed to be where the Puranas were first recited to assembled…
One of the northernmost Divya Desams, set in Naimisaranyam — a forest of profound significance in Hindu tradition, believed to be where the Puranas were first recited to assembled sages.
Naimisaranyam's significance in Hindu tradition considerably predates and extends beyond this specific Divya Desam, referenced across Puranic literature as the site of a legendary gathering of sages where much of that literature is said to have first been recited and compiled.
A temple built in the Nagara style typical of North India, standing within the wider Naimisaranyam forest complex, which includes numerous other significant shrines beyond this specific Divya Desam.
Naimisaranyam is described in Puranic tradition as the site of an extended assembly of sages (a satra) to whom the Puranas were recited by Suta Goswami — making this one of the most textually significant locations in Hindu tradition, quite apart from its specific status as a Divya Desam.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 6:30 AM | — | Open | Daily opening with morning rituals |
Morning Darshan | 6:30 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Morning worship and darshan |
Midday Break | 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for temple rituals |
Evening Darshan | 3:00 PM | 9:00 PM | Open | Evening worship session |
Temple closing | — | 9:00 PM | Closed | Daily closing after the final pooja. (Wikipedia) |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Vishwaroopa Seva | 8:00 AM | Free | Early morning awakening ceremony of Lord Devadi Raja Perumal |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 10:00 AM | Free | Morning worship with Vedic chanting |
Uchikala Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday Naivedyam and special prayers |
Sayaraksha Pooja | 5:00 PM | Free | Evening lamp ceremony with devotional chanting |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 8:00 PM | Free | Final worship before temple closing. (Wikipedia) |
Darshan | Price | Waiting Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
General Darshan | Free | 10–20 min | Walk-in |
Special Darshan | Free | Minimal | Walk-in |
Archana | ₹100 onwards | Immediate | Temple Counter |
Special Sevas | Varies | Advance Booking | Temple Office |
Seva | Time | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹300 onwards | Sacred ceremonial bathing of Lord Devadi Raja Perumal |
Vishnu Sahasranama Archana | Morning & Evening | ₹100 onwards | Chanting of the thousand names of Lord Vishnu |
Tulasi Archana | Daily | ₹100 onwards | Worship with sacred Tulasi leaves |
Sudarshana Homam | By Booking | Varies | Sacred fire ritual for protection, prosperity, and spiritual well-being |
Sankalp Pooja | By Booking | Varies | Personalized prayers performed by temple priests |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | The temple's most important festival with special darshan, Vishnu Sahasranama chanting, and extended worship. |
Vaikasi Brahmotsavam | May–June | Grand annual festival featuring processions of the festival deity, Vedic chanting, and elaborate alankarams. |
Thiruvonam | August–September | Special worship dedicated to Lord Vishnu with traditional rituals and offerings. |
Rama Navami | March–April | Devotional recitation of the Ramayana, special poojas, and cultural programs. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special decorations, bhajans, devotional music, and prasadam distribution. |
Deepavali | October–November | Temple illuminated with lamps, special poojas, and festive celebrations for devotees. (Wikipedia) |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Sweet Pongal | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional sweet rice offering |
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Tamarind rice prasadam |
Curd Rice | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional South Indian prasadam |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred holy water blessed during worship |
Laddu | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet prasadam available during festivals |
Nearest airport: Lucknow (~95 km). Sitapur and nearby railway stations connect to Lucknow and other major North Indian cities.
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📍 Devadi Raja Perumal Temple, Naimisaranyam, Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh 261404
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The wider Naimisaranyam complex includes numerous other significant shrines and the Chakra Tirtha, a sacred water body.
