One of the relatively few Divya Desams dedicated specifically to Rama rather than a general Vishnu or Krishna form, with local tradition holding that Rama appeared here for Sita.
One of the relatively few Divya Desams dedicated specifically to Rama rather than a general Vishnu or Krishna form, with local tradition holding that Rama appeared here for Sita.
The temple's history follows the broader Chola-era pattern of the Kaveri-delta Divya Desams, maintained continuously through subsequent centuries as one of the smaller shrines in this densely temple-populated stretch of Thanjavur district.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of the region, modest in scale, distinguished primarily by its specific Rama-form dedication rather than unusual architectural features.
Local tradition connects this temple to a specific episode involving Rama and Sita, giving it a distinct place among the Divya Desams dedicated to Rama specifically, a smaller subset within the wider group that mostly centres on other Vishnu forms.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Morning Darshan | 7:30 AM | 12:00 PM | Open | Morning worship and darshan are available. |
Afternoon Break | 12:00 PM | 4:30 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed during afternoon hours. |
Evening Darshan | 4:30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Viswaroopa Pooja | 7:30 AM | Free | Morning opening worship with traditional prayers. |
Kalasanthi Pooja | 9:00 AM | Free | Morning offerings and deeparadhana. |
Uchikala Pooja | 12:00 PM | Free | Midday worship with naivedyam offerings. |
Sayarakshai Pooja | 6:00 PM | Free | Evening lamp ceremony and prayers. |
Ardha Jamam 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Archana Seva | Daily | ₹50 onwards | Individual prayers with offerings. |
Thirumanjanam | Morning | ₹500 onwards | Sacred bathing ritual with traditional 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. |
Rama Nama Archana | Special Days | Varies | Prayer service dedicated to Lord Rama. |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Rama Navami | March–April | Important celebration with special prayers, decorations, and devotional programs dedicated to Lord Rama. |
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | Special Vishnu worship with extended darshan and temple rituals. |
Brahmotsavam | Various Dates | Annual celebrations with processions and special ceremonies. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Special Vishnu prayers and offerings during the Tamil month of Purattasi. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special decorations and devotional activities. |
Adhyayana Utsavam | December–January | Recitation of Divya Prabandham hymns and traditional Vaishnavite 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: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (~55 km). Well connected by road from Kumbakonam.
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📍 Rama Perumal Temple, Pullabhoothangudi, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 612101
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