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Koodal Azhagar Perumal

Thirukkoodal (Madurai Koodal Azhagar) — Divya Desam #101

Divya Desam #101 • Pandya Nadu (Madurai Cluster)
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Heart of Madurai featuring the majestic Ashtanga Vimanam where devotees can climb and worship Sitting, Standing, and Reclining Perumals; Periyazhwar sang Pallandu here.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #101 (Thirukkoodal (Madurai Koodal Azhagar)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Koodal Azhagar Perumal, graces devotees in Irundha, Ninra & Kidandha (3 Tiers) posture facing East beneath the sacred Ashtanga Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Madhuravalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Hema Pushkarani are believed to bestow peace, prosperity, and Moksha. Throughout the centuries, Chola, Pandya, Pallava, and Vijayanagara rulers contributed मंडपम्स (mandapams), gopurams, and stone inscriptions preserving the daily Pancharatra / Vaikhanasa Agama worship.
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🙏 Azhwars: Periyazhwar, Thirumazhisai, Thirumangai (4 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Periyazhwar, Thirumazhisai, Thirumangai
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 4 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Periyazhwar, Thirumazhisai, Thirumangai praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Koodal Azhagar Perumal and Madhuravalli Thayar at Thirukkoodal (Madurai Koodal Azhagar). Reciting the Pasurams of this Divya Desam inside the sanctum (Garbhagriha) is considered the highest spiritual offering during a pilgrim's Yatra.
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• Annual Brahmotsavam: Celebrated with grand Vahana processions including Garuda Sevai, Hanumantha Vahanam, Surya/Chandra Prabhai, and Rathotsavam (Temple Car festival).
• Vaikuntha Ekadasi (Margazhi): Special Paramapada Vasal / Rapathu & Pagalpathu Utsavam with recitation of Naalayira Divya Prabandham.
• Panguni Uthiram & Thayar Thirukalyana Utsavam: Celestial wedding festival of Lord Koodal Azhagar Perumal and Goddess Madhuravalli Thayar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Madurai Cluster (Madurai District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Madurai and nearby pilgrimage towns in Madurai Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Madurai / Madurai Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Madurai - Tamil Nadu region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (6:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.