Sri Vaikunda Perumal Temple , Thiruparameshwara Vinnagaram (Kanchipuram)
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📍 Thiruparameshwara Vinnagaram, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
International SignificanceThe 53rd Divya Desam at Kanchipuram is an 8th-century UNESCO-heritage Pallava architectural wonder featuring a three-tiered sanctum enshrining Lord Vishnu in seated, reclining, and standing postures.
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Sri Vaikunda Perumal / Paramapada Nathan (Three-tier postures)
Moolavar: Sri Vaikunda Nathan (Three-tiered sanctum: Iruntha Kolam / Seated on ground floor; Kidantha Kolam / Reclining on middle floor; Nindra Kolam / Standing on upper floor); Utsavar: Vaikunda Nathan; Thayar: Vaikundavalli Thayar; Vimanam: Mukunda Vimanam; Theertham: Irammada Theertham; Pratyaksham: Pallava King Nandivarman II, King Virochana, Lord Brahma.
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Sri Vaikunda Perumal / Paramapada Nathan (Three-tier postures)
Periya, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502
Spiritual Highlights
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Circumambulating the cloistered corridor to study the Pallava historical friezes and viewing the three postures during Vaikunta Ekadashi.
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About Sri Vaikunda Perumal Temple , Thiruparameshwara Vinnagaram (Kanchipuram)
Sri Vaikunda Perumal Temple in Thiruparameshwara Vinnagaram (Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu) is the 53rd Divya Desam. Celebrated in 10 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, it is one of the supreme architectural masterpieces of ancient India, commissioned by the Pallava monarch Nandivarman II (Pallavamalla) in the late 8th century CE.
The sanctum sanctorum has a revolutionary three-tiered vimanam architecture (Ashtanga Vimanam) representing the three realms of existence: on the ground floor, Lord Vishnu is enshrined in Iruntha Kolam (seated in majestic majesty upon Adisesha); on the middle floor, He appears in Kidantha Kolam (reclining serenely upon the serpent bed); and on the topmost tier, He manifests in Nindra Kolam (standing in cosmic splendor). The covered circumambulatory cloister walls are carved with over 80 historical panel relief sculptures documenting the genealogy, coronation, and glorious history of the Pallava dynasty alongside Puranic episodes of Vishnu.
Devotees and art connoisseurs marvel at the structural genius of this temple, where prayers are believed to bestow regal dignity, leadership prowess, and elevation to higher spiritual planes.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Pallava Architecture (Constructed by Pallava emperor Nandivarman II (Pallavamalla, 8th century CE))
Three-tier vertically stacked sanctums (Ashtanga Vimanam), sculpted sandstone reliefs narrating coronation ceremonies and wars, Mukunda Vimanam.
Sandstone bas-relief friezes documenting the coronation of Nandivarman II and Pallava genealogy.
Rituals & Traditions
Four daily kalas per Vaikanasa tradition; upper tiers opened primarily on Vaikunta Ekadashi.
Vaikunta Ekadashi, when pilgrims are permitted access to climb and witness all three sanctum tiers.
Puliyodarai, Sarkarai Pongal, Sundal.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional attire: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree or Salwar with Dupatta for women.
Ground floor prakaram is level and accessible; upper tier sanctums accessed via historic stone staircases.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sri Vaikunda Perumal / Paramapada Nathan (Three-tier postures)
Vaikundavalli Thayar Sannidhi, Pallavamalla Nandivarman Epigraphical Galleries, Adisesha Peetham, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Periya, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502
How to Reach
Chennai International Airport (MAA) (approx 67 km)
Kanchipuram Railway Station (CJ) (approx 1 km)
Vaikunda Perumal Kovil Bus Stop (approx 0.2 km)
