A Divya Desam in Cuddalore district near Chidambaram, dedicated to Vishnu in his Vijayaraghava (victorious Rama) form.
A Divya Desam in Cuddalore district near Chidambaram, dedicated to Vishnu in his Vijayaraghava (victorious Rama) form.
This temple shares the broader Chola-era historical development typical of the Cuddalore-Chidambaram region, one of several Divya Desams in this stretch of the Tamil Nadu coast.
A Dravidian-style temple typical of the Cuddalore region, its Vijayaraghava dedication placing it among the Rama-associated Divya Desams found across Tamil Nadu.
The Vijayaraghava ("victorious Rama") title connects this temple to Rama's triumphant return following his victory over Ravana, one of several Divya Desams across Tamil Nadu that commemorate different aspects of the Ramayana narrative.
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 | 5:30 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for temple rituals |
Evening Darshan | 5:30 PM | 8:00 PM | Open | Evening worship session |
Temple closing | — | 8:00 PM | Closed | Daily closing after the final pooja. |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Vishwaroopa Seva | 7:00 AM | Free | Early morning awakening ceremony of Lord Vijayaraghava Perumal |
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 | 7:45 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 Vijayaraghava Perumal |
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, prosperity, 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 most important annual festival with Paramapada Vasal opening, Divya Prabandham recitations, and extended darshan. |
Brahmotsavam | April–May | Multi-day annual celebration featuring Garuda Sevai, temple processions, Vedic chanting, and elaborate floral decorations. |
Purattasi Saturdays | September–October | Auspicious Saturdays dedicated to Lord Vishnu with special poojas, Tulasi offerings, and devotional gatherings. |
Panguni Uthiram | March–April | Celebrated with Thirumanjanam, special processions, and festive worship ceremonies. |
Krishna Janmashtami | August–September | Devotional music, special alankaram, bhajans, and prasadam distribution in honor of Lord Krishna. |
Rama Navami | March–April | Special recitation of the Ramayana, devotional singing, and elaborate worship dedicated to Lord Rama. |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Sarkarai Pongal | ₹30–₹60 | Sweet rice prasadam |
Puliyodarai | ₹30–₹60 | Tamarind rice prasadam |
Ven Pongal | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional savory rice offering |
Tulasi Theertham | Free | Sacred holy water with Tulasi |
Laddu | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet prasadam available on special occasions |
Nearest airport: Puducherry or Tiruchirapalli. Cuddalore has railway connectivity to major Tamil Nadu cities.
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📍 Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple, Thiruchirupuliyur, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 607001
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