Another Divya Desam set within the second precinct of Kanchipuram's Ulagalantha Perumal Temple, dedicated to Vishnu as Neelamega — "he of the dark rain-cloud hue."
Another Divya Desam set within the second precinct of Kanchipuram's Ulagalantha Perumal Temple, dedicated to Vishnu as Neelamega — "he of the dark rain-cloud hue."
This shrine shares the wider Ulagalantha Perumal Temple complex's long history, developed across Kanchipuram's Pallava and Chola-era temple-building tradition alongside the complex's other precincts and subsidiary shrines.
Set within the second precinct of the larger Ulagalantha Perumal Temple, reflecting the same layered, multi-precinct architecture found across several of Kanchipuram's most significant temple complexes.
The Neelamega ("dark rain-cloud") description is a common poetic epithet for Vishnu across Hindu devotional literature, evoking his cosmic, life-sustaining nature — comparable to the monsoon clouds that bring life-giving rain to the land.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple Opening | 7:00 AM | — | Open | Morning worship begins with traditional rituals. |
Morning Darshan | 7:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Devotees can have darshan during morning hours. |
Midday Break | 12:00 PM | 4:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed during afternoon rituals. |
Evening Darshan | 4:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Open | Evening worship and darshan are available. |
Temple Closing | — | 8:00 PM | Closed | Final rituals conclude the day. |
Pooja | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Ushathkalam Pooja | 7:00 AM | Free | Morning opening worship with traditional prayers. |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 8:00 AM | Free | Morning rituals with offerings and deeparadhana. |
Uchikala 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 prayers and offerings. |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 8:00 PM | Free | Final worship before temple 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 Tulasi leaves during worship. |
Special Alankaram | Festival Days | Varies | Decorative worship with flowers and ornaments. |
Sankalp Pooja | On Request | Varies | Personalized prayers performed for devotees and families. |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | Special Vishnu worship with extended darshan and devotional celebrations. |
Brahmotsavam | Various Dates | Annual celebrations with special decorations, processions, and temple rituals. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Special prayers and offerings dedicated to Lord Vishnu. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special decorations, devotional programs, and offerings. |
Panguni Uthiram | March–April | Traditional festival celebrations with special poojas. |
Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Recitation of Divya Prabandham hymns and Vaishnavite devotional events. |
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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📍 Neelamega Perumal Shrine, Ulagalantha Perumal Temple complex, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502
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The wider Ulagalantha Perumal Temple and Kanchipuram's other Divya Desams are all within the same city.
