Adikesava Perumal Temple, Sriperumbudur

Adikesava Perumal Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Sriperumbudur, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu. Revered as one of the 108 Divya Desams, it is celebrated as the birthplace of philosopher-saint Ramanuja. The temple displays Dravidian architecture with a tiered gopuram, pillared mandapas and sacred tank, originally built by the Cholas and later expanded by Vijayanagara rulers, attracting pilgrims and heritage visitors.

Visitors can expect a traditional South Indian temple complex with a multi-tiered gopuram, pillared halls, sanctum enshrining Adikesava Perumal with consorts Sridevi and Bhudevi, and a separate shrine for Ramanuja. The premises include a temple tank, stone inscriptions, sculpted pillars and courtyards for circumambulation. The atmosphere is devotional with daily pujas, chanting and festivals. Visitors can explore the main shrine, sub-shrines, and outer prakaram at a relaxed pace.