Sri Kaalamegha Perumal Temple , Thiru Moghur (Madurai)
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📍 Thiru Moghur, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
International SignificanceThe 65th Divya Desam at Thiru Moghur is the sacred site of the Mohini Avatara where Vishnu distributed the nectar of immortality to devas, home to the world-renowned Chakrathazhwar shrine bearing 154 mantras.
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Sri Kaalamegha Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Moolavar: Sri Kaalamegha Perumal (Nindra Kolam / Standing posture facing East as a dark cloud of compassion); Utsavar: Thirumoghur Kalla Piran; Thayar: Moghavalli (Megavalli) Thayar; Vimanam: Kethaki Vimanam; Theertham: Ksheera Pushkarini (Milk Tank); Pratyaksham: Lord Brahma, Sage Pulastya, Sannyasi Rudra.
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Sri Kaalamegha Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Thiruvathavur Rd, Tirumohur, Tamil Nadu 625107
Spiritual Highlights
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Circumambulating the Chakrathazhwar shrine removes deep planetary afflictions, fear of enemies, and black magic.
Circumambulating the Chakrathazhwar sanctum, lighting ghee lamps in the Sudarshana mandapam, offering red flowers.
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About Sri Kaalamegha Perumal Temple , Thiru Moghur (Madurai)
Sri Kaalamegha Perumal Temple in Thiru Moghur, located 10 km northeast of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is the 65th Divya Desam. It was glorified in 12 pasurams by Nammazhwar and Thirumangai Alvar. The name Moghur is derived from Mohini, honoring the divine feminine incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
When the Devas and Asuras churned the ocean of milk (Ksheera Sagara), the divine nectar (Amrutha) emerged, and the demons seized it by force. Answering the devas' desperate prayer, Lord Vishnu manifested as the bewitching maiden Mohini here in the Kadamba forest, enchanted the asuras with Her celestial dance, and distributed the nectar exclusively to the devas, securing cosmic balance.
Thiru Moghur is internationally famous for its magnificent Chakrathazhwar (Sudarshana) Sannidhi: the stone idol of Sudarshana stands wielding 16 celestial weapons, inscribed with 154 sacred beejakshara mantras along His circular frame, surrounded by 48 divine attendants, with Yoga Narasimha seated on the reverse side. Devotees visit from across the globe to perform Sudarshana Homam and 108 circumambulations to cure fatal illnesses, dispel witchcraft, and achieve supreme victory in life.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Pandya Architecture (Early Pandya antiquity with stone expansions under the Vijayanagara and Madurai Nayak rulers (16th c)
Kethaki Vimanam, five-tier Rajagopuram, Ksheerabdhi Pushkarini, dedicated Chakrathazhwar shrine displaying 154 sculpted mystic letters on the reverse Narasimha relief.
Monolithic idol of sixteen-handed Sudarshana Chakrathazhwar with Yoga Narasimha carved on the rear surface.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas per Vaikanasa Agama; special Sudarshana Homam on Swati and Chitra nakshatras.
Vaikasi Brahmotsavam and the Gajendra Moksham festival conducted along the temple tank.
Puliyodarai, Ven Pongal, Sundal, Theertham.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional temple attire: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree or Salwar with Dupatta for women.
Ground level temple with wide flat granite stone walkways; senior citizen and wheelchair accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Kaalamegha Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Moghavalli (Megavalli) Thayar Sannidhi, World-Famed Chakrathazhwar (16-Armed with 154 Mantras) Sannidhi, Yoga Narasimha (On reverse of Sudarshana), Mohini Avatara Mandapam, Ksheera Pushkarini Peetham, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Thiruvathavur Rd, Tirumohur, Tamil Nadu 625107
How to Reach
Madurai Airport (IXM) (approx 20 km)
Madurai Junction (MDU) (approx 13 km)
Thiru Moghur Bus Stop (approx 0.3 km)
