Arulmigu Sri Aravindalochanar Temple , Thiruttholai Villimangalam (Rettai Tirupathi)
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📍 Thiruttholai Villimangalam (Twin Thirupathis), Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 76th Divya Desam comprising the Twin Tirupathis (Irattai Tirupathi) at Thiruttholai-villimangalam represents Rahu and Ketu in the Nava Tirupathi, where lotuses bloomed for lotus-eyed Aravindha Lochanan.
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🕉️ Spiritual Details
Sri Aravindha Lochanan & Sri Devapiran (Twin Standing & Seated Kolam)
Northern Temple: Sri Devapiran (Nindra Kolam / Standing facing East); Southern Temple: Sri Aravindha Lochanan (Iruntha Kolam / Seated facing East holding lotus flowers); Utsavar: Devapiran & Aravindha Lochanan; Thayar: Karunthadankanni Thayar; Vimanam: Kumuda Vimanam; Theertham: Varuna Theertham; Pratyaksham: Sage Athreya, Sage Suprabha, Devas.
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Sri Aravindha Lochanan & Sri Devapiran (Twin Standing & Seated Kolam)
Thiruttholai Villimangalam (Twin Thirupathis), Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Srivikundam -Eral Road, Kilpidagai Kasba, Tamil Nadu 628612
Spiritual Highlights
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Worshipping at the twin shrines alleviates Rahu-Ketu sarpa doshas and family ancestral curses.
Offering red lotus blossoms to Aravindha Lochanan and circumambulating both twin temples together.
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About Arulmigu Sri Aravindalochanar Temple , Thiruttholai Villimangalam (Rettai Tirupathi)
Irattai Tirupathi (canonically Thiruttholai-villimangalam) in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, forms the 76th Divya Desam. Sung in 11 pasurams by Nammazhwar, it comprises two twin temples situated 100 meters apart amidst peaceful forest groves, representing the 5th and 6th temples of the Nava Tirupathi, planetary dedicated to Rahu (Devapiran) and Ketu (Aravindha Lochanan).
The name Tholai-Villi-Mangalam translates to "the place where the weighing scale (Tholai) and bow (Villi) were purified". Sage Suprabha performed penance here to clear his ancestral karmas. While preparing the yajna ground, he discovered a celestial bow and a weighing scale that were cursed souls of a Yaksha and his wife; touching them with holy water on Vishnu's command instantly liberated them into celestial beings.
At the southern temple, Sage Athreya worshipped the Lord with red lotuses; moved by his devotion, the Lord manifested with magnificent lotus-like eyes as Aravindha Lochanan (the Lotus-Eyed Lord). Devotees afflicted by severe Sarpa Doshas, Kala Sarpa Dosha, Rahu-Ketu planetary curses, and obstacles in progeny visit both twin temples to perform dual abhishekam.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Pandya Architecture (Pandya dynasty construction (9th–10th century CE) along the Tamraparani River)
Kumuda Vimanam, Varuna Theertham and Tamraparani riverbanks, tranquil rural groves connecting the twin temples.
Stone relief of Sage Suprabha offering lotus garlands carved beside the moolavar.
Rituals & Traditions
Three daily worship kalas per Vaikanasa tradition.
Vaikasi Visakam Nava Tirupati Garuda Sevai where both deities process simultaneously.
Ven Pongal, Puliyodarai, Theertham.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional dress code: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree/Chudidhar with Dupatta for women.
Level stone praharams with ramp at temple entryway; easily accessible for elderly devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions
🕉️ Divine Snapshot
Sri Aravindha Lochanan & Sri Devapiran (Twin Standing & Seated Kolam)
Karunthadankanni Thayar Sannidhi, Rahu Bhagavan Planetary Shrine (Devapiran), Ketu Bhagavan Planetary Shrine (Aravindha Lochanan), Sage Suprabha Yajna Peetham, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Nammazhwar Sannidhi
Thiruttholai Villimangalam (Twin Thirupathis), Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Srivikundam -Eral Road, Kilpidagai Kasba, Tamil Nadu 628612
How to Reach
Tuticorin Airport (TCR) (approx 27 km)
Srivaikuntam Railway Station (SVV) (approx 6 km)
Rettai Tirupathi Bus Stop (approx 0.3 km)
