Sri Soundararaja Perumal Temple , Thiru Naagai (Nagapattinam)
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📍 Thiru Naagai, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 37th Divya Desam at Nagapattinam is the grand coastal temple where Adisesha performed penance, and where Lord Soundararaja manifests in all four cosmic postures (Standing, Reclining, Seated, and Striding).
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Sri Soundararaja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Moolavar: Sri Soundararajan (Nindra Kolam / Standing posture facing East in the main sanctum); also enshrined in Kidantha (reclining), Iruntha (seated), and Nadandha (striding) postures; Utsavar: Soundararajan; Thayar: Soundaravalli Thayar; Vimanam: Soundarya Vimanam; Theertham: Sara Pushkarini; Pratyaksham: Adisesha (Nagaraja), Bhoodevi, King Dhruva, Markandeya.
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Sri Soundararaja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Perumal Sannathi, Melakottaivasal, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu 611001
Spiritual Highlights
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Offering archana to Soundaravalli Thayar, praying for relief from Rahu-Ketu and Naga doshas.
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About Sri Soundararaja Perumal Temple , Thiru Naagai (Nagapattinam)
Sri Soundararaja Perumal Temple in Thiru Naagai (Nagapattinam town, Tamil Nadu) is the 37th Divya Desam. Celebrated in 10 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, it is a magnificent coastal temple complex spanning over 2.5 acres on the shores of the Bay of Bengal.
The town derives its name from Nagaraja (Adisesha), who performed intense penance here seeking the supreme privilege of serving as Lord Vishnu's bed, seat, umbrella, and footwear in all incarnations. The Lord appeared before Adisesha in all-encompassing beauty (Soundaram), granting him his eternal boon and declaring that this holy port town would be called Nagapattinam.
Remarkably, like Kanchipuram and Thiruneermalai, this temple enshrines the Lord in all four traditional postures: Nindra Kolam (Soundararajan in the main garbhagriha), Kidantha Kolam (Ranganatha reclining on Adisesha with Bhoodevi at His feet), Iruntha Kolam (seated alongside consorts), and Nadandha Kolam (Trivikrama striding the universe). Devotees seeking relief from Sarpa Doshas, Naga Doshas, and delays in marriage visit this coastal temple to perform milk abhishekam to the silver Adisesha vahana.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Medieval Chola maritime period (10th–11th century CE) with Nayak expansions)
Four-tier Rajagopuram, Soundarya Vimanam, Sara Pushkarini, stone pillared mandapams reflecting maritime Chola trade links.
Ancient bronze murtis of Soundararajan and an image of Adisesha in human form with a hood.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas per Vaikanasa tradition; special abhishekams on Panguni Uthiram.
Panguni Brahmotsavam featuring the silver Garuda Sevai and float festival on Sara Pushkarini.
Puliyodarai, Pongal, Sundal, Theertham.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional Hindu dress code: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree or Salwar Kameez with Dupatta for women.
Level granite walkways with gentle ramps throughout the outer and inner prakarams; fully wheelchair accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Soundararaja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Soundaravalli Thayar Sannidhi (Independent Temple), Adisesha (Nagaraja) Penance Sannidhi, Sri Ranganathar (Reclining Sannidhi), Sri Vaikunda Nathan (Seated Sannidhi), Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Perumal Sannathi, Melakottaivasal, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu 611001
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 145 km)
Nagapattinam Junction (NGT) (approx 2 km)
Nagapattinam New Bus Stand (approx 1.5 km)
