A Divya Desam in Thiruvarur district dedicated to Rama in his handsome, bow-bearing (Danushbani) form, one of a smaller group of Divya Desams that follow the Vadakalai tradition o…
A Divya Desam in Thiruvarur district dedicated to Rama in his handsome, bow-bearing (Danushbani) form, one of a smaller group of Divya Desams that follow the Vadakalai tradition of worship rather than the more common Thenkalai practice.
This temple has a long history within the Kaveri-delta cluster of Divya Desams, notable among scholars of Sri Vaishnava tradition for its specific adherence to the Vaikhanasa Agama and Vadakalai worship customs, distinguishing its ritual practice from many neighbouring shrines.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of the Thiruvarur region, its Srungarasundara ("handsome and elegant") depiction of Rama giving it a distinctive aesthetic identity among the wider Divya Desam group.
The temple presents Rama in a particularly graceful, bow-bearing form emphasising his elegance alongside his warrior aspect — a depiction style connected to the specific devotional and liturgical tradition (Vaikhanasa Agama) this temple follows.
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 | 7:30 PM | Open | Evening worship session |
Temple closing | — | 7:30 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 and devotional chanting |
Ardha Jama Pooja | 7:15 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 and well-being |
Sankalp Pooja | By Booking | Varies | Personalized prayers performed by temple priests |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Vaikunta Ekadasi | December–January | The grandest annual celebration with special darshan, recitation of Divya Prabandham, and thousands of devotees. |
Brahmotsavam | May–June | Multi-day festival featuring processions of the deity on various vahanas, Vedic chanting, and cultural programs. |
Rama Navami | March–April | Special worship, recitation of the Ramayana, and devotional celebrations dedicated to Lord Rama. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Special alankaram, devotional music, and evening celebrations in honor of Lord Krishna. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Special Vishnu worship with extended poojas and increased pilgrim participation. |
Panguni Uthiram | March–April | Festival celebrated with special processions, abhishekams, and community worship. (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 (~70 km). Well connected by road from Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam.
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📍 Srungarasundara Perumal Temple, Thiruvelliyangudi, Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu 610101
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