Sri Annan Perumal Temple , Thiruvellakkulam (Annan Kovil, Thirunangur)
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📍 Thiruvellakkulam (Annan Kovil), Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 30th Divya Desam at Annan Kovil (Thiruvellakkulam) is revered as the elder brother of Tirupati Balaji and the wedding sthalam of Thirumangai Alvar and Kumudavalli Nachiyar.
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Sri Srinivasa Perumal / Annan Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Moolavar: Sri Srinivasa Perumal / Annan Perumal (Nindra Kolam / Standing posture facing East); Utsavar: Srinivasan; Thayar: Alarmelmangai Thayar (Padmavathi); Vimanam: Tatva Bodhaka Vimanam; Theertham: Swetha Pushkarini (Thiruvellakkulam - White Lotus Tank); Pratyaksham: King Swethan, Lord Rudra (Shiva).
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Sri Srinivasa Perumal / Annan Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
7-16, Sannathi Street, Annanperumal Koil Village, Karaimedu, Thirunangur, Sirkazhi Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609109, India
Spiritual Highlights
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Fulfilling vows originally pledged to Tirumala Balaji, performing tonsuring ceremonies at the temple mandapam.
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About Sri Annan Perumal Temple , Thiruvellakkulam (Annan Kovil, Thirunangur)
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, canonically celebrated as Thiruvellakkulam and colloquially hailed as Annan Kovil (near Sirkazhi in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu), is the 30th Divya Desam. Glorified in 10 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, it is deeply celebrated as the Annan (elder brother) to Lord Venkateswara of Tirumala Tirupati. The Lord is accompanied by Goddess Alarmelmangai Thayar, bearing the exact divine names and forms as in Tirumala.
According to legend, King Swethan was destined to die at a tender young age due to an astrological curse. Guided by Sage Vashishta, he performed intense penance on the banks of this sacred white lotus pool (Vellakkulam). Pleased with his devotion, Lord Srinivasa appeared and conquered death for Swethan, blessing the sacred pool as Swetha Pushkarini, where a holy dip cures premature death, deadly diseases, and Rahu-Ketu doshas.
This temple is intimately woven into the life of Thirumangai Alvar: it was in this very sanctum that the Alvar married his saintly consort Kumudavalli Nachiyar, who extracted the famous promise from him to feed 1,008 Vaishnavas daily and seek the lotus feet of Lord Narayana, leading to his transformation into one of the greatest mystic poets of India.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Medieval Chola foundation (11th century CE) with Nayak period improvements)
Three-tier Rajagopuram, Thathuva Dhyana Vimanam, Swetha Pushkarini (Vellakkulam tank renowned for white water lilies).
Ancient stone idol of Annan Perumal featuring iconographical features identical to Tirupati Venkateswara.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas per Vaikanasa tradition; special Saturday abhishekams and Kalyanotsavam.
Purattasi Saturday celebrations and the Nangur 11 Garuda Sevai festival during the Tamil month of Thai.
Laddu, Puliyodarai, Vadai, Chakkarai Pongal.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional attire strictly enforced: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree or Salwar 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 Srinivasa Perumal / Annan Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Alarmelmangai (Padmavathi) Thayar Sannidhi, Kumudavalli Nachiyar & Thirumangai Alvar Kalyana Sannidhi, King Swethan Sannidhi, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Garudazhwar Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
7-16, Sannathi Street, Annanperumal Koil Village, Karaimedu, Thirunangur, Sirkazhi Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609109, India
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 142 km)
Sirkazhi Railway Station (SY) (approx 9 km)
Annan Kovil Bus Stop (approx 0.2 km)
