Sri Devaadiraja Perumal Temple , Thiruvazhundoor (Therazhundur)
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📍 Thiruvazhunthoor, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 23rd Divya Desam at Thiruvazhunthoor is the hallowed birthplace of Mahakavi Kambar, where Lord Amaruviappan stands with a loving cow and calf, and where King Uparichara Vasu's chariot was grounded.
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Sri Devaadi Raja Perumal / Amaruviappan (Nindra Kolam)
Moolavar: Sri Devaadi Rajan / Amaruviappan (Nindra Kolam / Standing facing East alongside a cow and calf); Utsavar: Amaruviappan (Gosakhin); Thayar: Sengamalavalli Thayar; Vimanam: Garuda Vimanam; Theertham: Darsana Pushkarini; Pratyaksham: King Uparichara Vasu, Sage Markandeya, Sage Agastya, Brahma, Prahlada.
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Sri Devaadi Raja Perumal / Amaruviappan (Nindra Kolam)
Sannathi Street, Therazhundur, Kuttalam Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609808, India
Spiritual Highlights
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Offering butter and milk naivedyam to Amaruviappan, circumambulating the Garuda Vimanam.
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About Sri Devaadiraja Perumal Temple , Thiruvazhundoor (Therazhundur)
Sri Devaadi Raja Perumal Temple (popularly known as Amaruviappan Temple) at Thiruvazhunthoor (Therazhundur near Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu) is the 23rd Divya Desam. It was celebrated in 45 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar. This sthalam is historically revered as the holy birthplace of the celebrated Tamil poet Kavichakravarthi Kambar, author of the immortal Kamba Ramayanam.
The name Therazhundur (meaning "sunken chariot") stems from a celebrated Puranic trial. The righteous King Uparichara Vasu possessed a divine flying chariot given by Indra that never touched the ground. Called to adjudicate a dispute between sages and devas regarding Vedic animal sacrifice, Vasu favored the devas, causing the sages to curse him. His airborne chariot instantly descended and sank deep into the earth at this spot. The king fell prostrate before Lord Devaadi Rajan, who mercifully forgave him and granted darshan.
Furthermore, when Brahma hid the cattle and cowherd boys of Gokula to test Sri Krishna, the Lord expanded Himself as all the cows and calves. Delighted by the Lord's tender love for cows, He is enshrined here as Amaruviappan (one who is eternally flanked by loving cows), with a calf nuzzling at His lotus feet.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Medieval Chola era stone structures (10th–12th century CE); birthplace of Tamil poet Kambar)
Five-tier Rajagopuram, Garuda Vimanam, Darsana Pushkarini, carved sculptures of cows licking the Lord's feet.
Ancient bronze icon of Prahlada standing beside the presiding deity.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas per Vaikanasa Agama; special butter distribution during Gokulashtami.
Vaikunta Ekadashi and Kambar memorial festival commemorating the birthplace of the epic poet.
Butter, Seedai, Puliyodarai, Sarkarai Pongal.
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
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Sri Devaadi Raja Perumal / Amaruviappan (Nindra Kolam)
Sengamalavalli Thayar Sannidhi, Kavichakravarthi Kambar Memorial Mandapam, King Uparichara Vasu Shrine, Goshala & Cow Sculpture inside Sanctum, Yoga Narasimha Sannidhi, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Sannathi Street, Therazhundur, Kuttalam Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609808, India
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 125 km)
Kutralam Railway Station (KTM) (approx 5 km)
Therazhundur Bus Stop (approx 0.3 km)
