The third of the linked Thanjavur Divya Desam shrines, dedicated to Vishnu's Narasimha (man-lion) avatar, completing the trio alongside Thiruthanjai Mamanikoil and Manikundram.
The third of the linked Thanjavur Divya Desam shrines, dedicated to Vishnu's Narasimha (man-lion) avatar, completing the trio alongside Thiruthanjai Mamanikoil and Manikundram.
This shrine completes the traditional grouping of three Vishnu temples within Thanjavur city, together representing a distinct devotional presence within a city more widely known for its monumental Shiva temple, the Brihadeeswarar.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of Thanjavur, its Narasimha dedication giving it a distinct devotional focus within the three-temple Thanjavur grouping.
As with other Narasimha-dedicated Divya Desams, this shrine commemorates Vishnu's fourth avatar, taking a half-man, half-lion form to destroy the demon king Hiranyakashipu — completing the trio of Thanjavur shrines with this specific, dramatic avatar story.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 7:00 AM | — | Open | Daily opening with morning rituals |
Morning Darshan | 7:00 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. (thanjavurcorporation.org) |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Vishwaroopa Seva | 7:00 AM | Free | Early morning awakening ceremony of Lord Narasimha |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 8:30 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 Lord Narasimha |
Vishnu Sahasranama Archana | Morning & Evening | ₹100 onwards | Chanting of the thousand names of Lord Vishnu |
Narasimha Homam | By Booking | Varies | Sacred fire ritual seeking protection, courage, and prosperity |
Sudarshana Homam | By Booking | Varies | Special homam performed for health 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 largest annual celebration with special darshan, Divya Prabandham recitations, and thousands of devotees. |
Brahmotsavam | May–June | Multi-day festival featuring grand processions, Vedic chanting, special alankarams, and religious ceremonies. |
Narasimha Jayanti | May–June | Grand Abhishekam, Narasimha Homam, special alankaram, and devotional celebrations dedicated to Lord Narasimha. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Auspicious Saturdays celebrated with extended Vishnu worship and special offerings. |
Panguni Uthiram | March–April | Special Thirumanjanam, processions, and festive worship with large devotee participation. |
Rama Navami | March–April | Special recitation of the Ramayana, devotional bhajans, and elaborate poojas in honor of Lord Rama. (thanjavurcorporation.org) |
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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The Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur Royal Palace, and the companion Divya Desam shrines are all within the same city.
