One of three closely related shrines in Thanjavur city collectively counted within the same Divya Desam grouping as Thiruthanjai Mamanikoil, dedicated to Vishnu as Maniparvatha — …
One of three closely related shrines in Thanjavur city collectively counted within the same Divya Desam grouping as Thiruthanjai Mamanikoil, dedicated to Vishnu as Maniparvatha — "the jewelled hill."
This shrine is traditionally grouped alongside the main Thiruthanjai Mamanikoil (Neelamega Perumal) temple and a third companion shrine at Thanjaiyali Nagar, together forming a linked set of Vishnu temples within the historic city of Thanjavur.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of Thanjavur, its Maniparvatha ("jewelled hill") name suggesting a symbolic or possibly literal association with an elevated or precious site within the city.
As one of the three linked Thanjavur Divya Desam shrines, this temple's specific devotional identity is best understood alongside its two companion temples, together representing the fuller Vishnu presence within this historic Chola capital, itself more famous for the monumental Brihadeeswarar Shiva temple.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 8:00 AM | — | Open | Daily opening with morning rituals |
Morning Darshan | 8:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Morning worship and darshan |
Midday Break | 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for rituals |
Evening Darshan | 5:00 PM | 8:30 PM | Open | Evening worship session |
Temple closing | — | 8:30 PM | Closed | Daily closing after evening rituals. (Temples of India) |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Vishwaroopa Seva | 8:00 AM | Free | Early morning awakening ceremony of Lord Perumal |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 9:00 AM | Free | Morning worship with Vedic chanting |
Uchikala Pooja | 11:30 AM | Free | Midday Naivedyam and special prayers |
Sayaraksha Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening lamp ceremony with devotional chanting |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 8:00 PM | Free | Final worship before temple closing |
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 the deity |
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, health, and prosperity |
Sankalp Pooja | By Booking | Varies | Personalized prayers performed by temple priests |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | The temple's biggest annual celebration with special darshan, Divya Prabandham recitations, and large gatherings of devotees. |
Brahmotsavam | May–June | Multi-day festival featuring processions of the deity on various vahanas, Vedic chanting, and religious ceremonies. |
Panguni Uthiram | March–April | Celebrated with special Thirumanjanam, processions, and festive worship. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special alankaram, devotional music, and evening celebrations dedicated to Lord Krishna. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Auspicious Saturdays marked by extended Vishnu worship and special offerings. |
Rama Navami | March–April | Special recitation of the Ramayana, devotional bhajans, and elaborate poojas in honor of Lord Rama. (Temples of India) |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Sarkarai Pongal | ₹30–₹60 | Sweet rice prasadam |
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Tamarind rice offered to devotees |
Curd Rice | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional South Indian prasadam |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred holy water with Tulasi |
Chakkarai Pongal | ₹40–₹80 | Festival sweet offering |
Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (~55 km). Thanjavur Junction railway station is well connected to major Tamil Nadu cities.
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