About Nachiyar Koil Srinivasa Perumal Temple
Nachiyar Koil Srinivasa Perumal Temple is a Hindu Vishnu temple located in Thirunaraiyur (Nachiyar Koil) near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Srinivasa Perumal and goddess Vanjulavalli Nachiyar, it is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered in Alvar hymns. Known for its Dravidian architecture, five-tier gopuram and the famous Kal Garudan procession, the temple is an important pilgrimage and cultural landmark in the Cauvery delta region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a traditional South Indian Dravidian temple complex with a five-tier rajagopuram, pillared mandapas, stone sculptures and separate shrines for Srinivasa Perumal and Vanjulavalli Nachiyar. The inner sanctum houses the standing Vishnu image, while the Nachiyar shrine is given prominence. The temple courtyard is used for rituals and processions, including the renowned Kal Garudan stone image carried during festivals. The surroundings are a small temple town with shops selling prasadam and brass lamps.
Key highlights
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One of the 108 Divya Desams glorified by Thirumangai Alvar
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Unique prominence of goddess Vanjulavalli Nachiyar over the main deity
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Famous Kal Garudan - stone Garuda image that increases in weight during procession
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Dravidian architecture with five-tier gopuram and intricately carved mandapas