Loganatha Perumal Temple

Loganatha Perumal Temple is a Hindu Vishnu temple located in Thirukannangudi village in Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Loganatha Perumal with consort Loganayaki, it is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham. Built in Dravidian architectural style with contributions from the Cholas, the temple is noted for its five-tier gopuram, sacred tank and association with Krishna legend.

Visitors can expect a traditional Dravidian-style Vishnu temple complex with a five-tier rajagopuram, pillared mandapas, and a sanctum housing the standing image of Loganatha Perumal. The temple is set in the rural village of Thirukannangudi surrounded by agricultural land and a temple tank. Visitors can explore the outer prakarams, view stone inscriptions and sculptures, observe daily pujas, and experience a quiet pilgrimage atmosphere typical of Divya Desam shrines.

The temple is believed to have been originally built by the Medieval Cholas with later contributions from Vijayanagara rulers. It is mentioned in the 8th-9th century Nalayira Divya Prabandham by Thirumangai Alvar and is classified as one of the 108 Divya Desams. Inscriptions and architectural features reflect Chola-era Dravidian temple construction.

As a Divya Desam, the temple holds importance for Sri Vaishnavism. The presiding deity Loganatha Perumal is worshipped as an incarnation of Vishnu associated with Krishna, and the goddess is Loganayaki. The temple follows Vaikhanasa or Pancharatra worship traditions and hosts festivals such as Vaikunta Ekadasi and Krishna Jayanthi attracting pilgrims.