Sri Purushothaman Perumal Temple , Thirukkarambanoor
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📍 Thirukkarambanoor, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 3rd Divya Desam, famously known as Uttamar Kovil, is a unique sacred confluence where the Trimurtis (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva) and their divine consorts reside together in one sanctified temple complex.
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Sri Purushothama Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Moolavar: Sri Purushothaman (Kidantha Kolam / Reclining on Adisesha facing East); Utsavar: Purushothama Perumal; Thayar: Poorvadevi (Poornavalli) Thayar; Vimanam: Udyoga Vimanam; Theertham: Karamba Theertham; Pratyaksham: Lord Brahma, Kadamba Maharishi, Sanaka Munis.
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Sri Purushothama Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Triuchengode Road, Trichy - Namakkal Road, Maruthi Nagar, Bikshandarkoil, Tamil Nadu 621216, India
Spiritual Highlights
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Offering yellow garments to Guru and Brahma, performing thulasi archana to Purushothama Perumal.
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About Sri Purushothaman Perumal Temple , Thirukkarambanoor
Sri Purushothaman Perumal Temple, also celebrated as Uttamar Kovil or Bhikshatana Kshetram at Thirukkarambanoor near Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, is the 3rd Divya Desam, sung by Thirumangai Alvar. The temple derives its name Karambanoor from the sacred Karambu (banana and grass groves) where Sage Kadamba performed severe austerities.
This is one of the rarest temples in India where all three manifestations of the Supreme Trinity—Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and Lord Shiva—along with their respective consorts, Sri Mahalakshmi (Poornavalli), Saraswati, and Soundarya Parvati, are enshrined within a single temple compound. According to legend, when Lord Shiva severed the fifth head of Brahma, the skull remained attached to Shiva's hand as a consequence of Brahmahati Dosha. Lord Vishnu incarnated here as Purushothama, while Lakshmi served alms to Shiva, ultimately releasing Him from the curse.
The temple is celebrated across South India as an immensely powerful Guru Parihara Sthalam, housing seven forms of Guru (Preceptor): Lord Vishnu as Periya Guru, Lord Shiva as Dakshinamurthy, Brahma as Gnana Guru, Brihaspati as Deva Guru, Shukracharya as Asura Guru, Subrahmanya as Skanda Guru, and Soundarya Nayaki as Sakthi Guru.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Structural stone shrines constructed under Early Cholas (8th–10th century CE))
Twin gopurams, seven distinct shrines, Udyoga Vimanam, and the historic Karamba Theertham.
Stone sculpture of four-faced Brahma seated in meditation beside Goddess Saraswati.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas of worship; special Thursday pujas dedicated to Lord Brahma and Guru.
Annual Brahmotsavam in the Tamil month of Chittirai, with simultaneous processional outings of Vishnu and Shiva idols.
Puliyodarai, Sundal, Sweet Pongal.
Visitor Guidelines
Devotees are requested to wear modest traditional attire: Dhoti, Kurta, or trousers for men; Saree or Chudidhar with Dupatta for women.
Flat stone parikrama with ramp facilities at main entryways; convenient for elderly pilgrims and wheelchair users.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Purushothama Perumal (Bhujanga Sayanam)
Poornavalli (Poorvadevi) Thayar Sannidhi, Lord Brahma & Goddess Saraswati Sannidhi (Rare separate shrine), Lord Bhikshadaneswara (Shiva) & Soundarya Nayaki Sannidhi, Guru Bhagavan Parihara Sannidhi, Sri Venugopalan Sannidhi, Dashavatara Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Triuchengode Road, Trichy - Namakkal Road, Maruthi Nagar, Bikshandarkoil, Tamil Nadu 621216, India
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 16 km)
Uttamarkovil Railway Station (UTK) (approx 0.5 km)
Uthamar Kovil Bus Stop (approx 0.2 km)
