Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple ,Tirumanikoodam (Thirunangur)
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📍 Thiru Manikkoodam, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
National SignificanceThe 29th Divya Desam at Thiru Manikkoodam is the jewel-box shrine where Lord Varadaraja destroyed demon Kolasura and stands as the divine benefactor granting all boons.
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Sri Varadaraja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Moolavar: Sri Varadaraja Perumal / Manikoodathan (Nindra Kolam / Standing posture facing East); Utsavar: Varadarajan; Thayar: Thirumaamagal (Bhoodevi / Varada Nayaki) Thayar; Vimanam: Kanaka Vimanam; Theertham: Chandra Pushkarini; Pratyaksham: Lord Garuda, Lord Chandra (Moon God).
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Sri Varadaraja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Nangur Village, Sirkazhi Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609106, India
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Offering thulasi garlands to the standing Varadharaja and participating in Garuda Sevai.
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About Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple ,Tirumanikoodam (Thirunangur)
Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple in Thiru Manikkoodam (Thirunangur, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu) is the 29th Divya Desam. It was praised in 10 pasurams by Thirumangai Alvar, who describes the temple as a sparkling gem (Mani) set within the lush verdant groves of the Cauvery delta.
The sthala puranam recounts that a fierce demon named Kolasura wreaked havoc among the sages and devas of this region. When the devas prayed for rescue, Lord Vishnu manifested with supreme luster from a dazzling hall of gems (Manikkoodam) and vanquished the demon with His Sudarshana Discus. At the dying request of Kolasura, who repented at the Lord's feet, the Lord assumed the benevolent form of Varadaraja Perumal (the King of Boon-givers), promising to bless anyone who visits this sanctum with freedom from fear, planetary malefic effects, and prosperity.
Furthermore, Garuda performed penance here to receive the Lord's blessings before flying to fetch the nectar pot (Amrutha Kalasa) from heaven. Devotees visit Manikkoodam to pray for the relief of ancestral karmas, victory over obstacles, and attainment of higher wisdom.
Architecture & Heritage
Dravidian Architecture (Chola dynasty structural foundation (11th century CE))
Kanaka Vimanam, single enclosed prakaram, Chandra Pushkarini.
Stone sculpture of Garuda holding the chakra in submission to Varadharaja.
Rituals & Traditions
Three daily worship kalas per Vaikanasa Agama.
Annual participation in the Thai Amavasya 11 Garuda Sevai of Thirunangur.
Puliyodarai, Pongal, Theertham.
Visitor Guidelines
Traditional dress code: Dhoti/Kurta for men; Saree/Churidhar with Dupatta for women.
Ground level temple with direct, level access through the inner courtyard.
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Sri Varadaraja Perumal (Nindra Kolam)
Thirumaamagal (Varada Nayaki) Thayar Sannidhi, Garudazhwar Penance Peetham, Chakrathazhwar Sannidhi, Sri Ramanuja Sannidhi, Alvars Sannidhi
Nangur Village, Sirkazhi Taluk, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu 609106, India
How to Reach
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (approx 144 km)
Sirkazhi Railway Station (SY) (approx 8 km)
Thirumanikoodam Bus Stop (approx 0.2 km)
