Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple , Thiru Indhaloor (Mayiladuthurai)
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📍 Thiru Indhaloor, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 20th Divya Desam at Thiru Indhaloor in Mayiladuthurai is one of the celebrated Pancha Ranga Kshetras, where a 12-foot green-stone idol of Lord Ranganatha reclines emitting divine celestial fragrance (Parimala).
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Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Moolavar: Sri Parimala Ranganathar / Maruviniya Maindhan (Kidantha Kolam / Reclining on Adisesha facing East, 12-foot monumental green stone idol); Utsavar: Parimala Ranganathan; Thayar: Parimala Ranganayaki (Pundarikavalli) Thayar; Vimanam: Veda Chakra Vimanam; Theertham: Indu Pushkarini, Cauvery (Ambarisha Theertham); Pratyaksham: Chandra (Indu), King Ambarisha, Sanaka & Sanatana Rishis.
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Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Indalur, Main Road, Mayiladuthurai, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609001, India
Spiritual Highlights
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Taking a holy dip in the Indu Theertham on Ekadashi days and circumambulating the 12-foot sanctum.
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About Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple , Thiru Indhaloor (Mayiladuthurai)
Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple at Thiru Indhaloor in Mayiladuthurai town, Tamil Nadu, is the 20th Divya Desam. Celebrated in 11 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, it is one of the revered Pancha Ranga Kshetras (along with Srirangam, Srirangapatna, Koviladi, and Vattanam/Kumbakonam) and sits along the holy banks of the Cauvery.
According to the sthala puranam, Chandra (the Moon God, also called Indu, from which the name Indhaloor is derived) was cursed by King Daksha to suffer a wasting disease (consumption) for showing partiality among his 27 nakshatra wives. Chandra plunged into the sacred waters of the Cauvery here and engaged in deep penance. The Lord manifested as Parimala Ranganathar, radiating sweet celestial fragrance (Parimala) of divine lotuses, Tulasi, and sandalwood, relieving Chandra of his affliction and restoring his 16 luminous phases of moonlight.
The sanctum houses an awe-inspiring 12-foot-tall monolithic idol of Lord Ranganatha carved out of dark green stone, reclining on the serpent Adisesha with four arms. Uniquely, the reformed demons Madhu and Kaitabha, along with King Ambarisha and Sage Markandeya, are sculpted in worshipful attendance at the Lord's lotus feet.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Medieval Chola construction with epigraphs from Kulothunga Chola I and Vikrama Chola (11th–12th cent)
Five-tier Rajagopuram, Veda Vimanam, Indu Theertham tank, massive granite pillars inside the Dwajarohana mandapam.
Twelve-foot green stone monolithic moolavar idol displaying the reclining Lord with celestial deities sculpted in relief.
Rituals & Traditions
Six daily kalas per Pancharatra tradition; special Thaila Kappe (herbal oil anointment) to the monolithic deity.
Thula Utsavam during the Tamil month of Aippasi, with daily processional ceremonies to the Kaveri River.
Sarkarai Pongal, Puliyodarai, Appam, Vadai.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Hindu attire required: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree or Salwar Kameez with Dupatta for women.
Spacious stone paved courtyards with flat, level walkways; well suited for elderly pilgrims and wheelchair assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Parimala Ranganatha Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Parimala Ranganayaki (Pundarikavalli) Thayar Sannidhi, Chandra (Moon God) Shrine, King Ambarisha Sannidhi, Santhanagopalan Sannidhi, Yoga Narasimha Sannidhi, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja & Swami Desika Shrines, Alvars Sannidhi
Indalur, Main Road, Mayiladuthurai, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609001, India
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 130 km)
Mayiladuthurai Junction (MV) (approx 3 km)
Mayiladuthurai Old Bus Stand (approx 1.5 km)
