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Thirumaliruncholai (Alagar Koyil - Kallazhagar) — Divya Desam #102

Divya Desam #102 • Pandya Nadu (Madurai Cluster)
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Nestled on Vrishabhagiri hills with the holy Noopura Gangai spring; world-famous for the Chithirai Festival entry of Kallazhagar into the Vaigai River.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #102 (Thirumaliruncholai (Alagar Koyil - Kallazhagar)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Paramaswamy (Sundararaja / Kallazhagar), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Somachandra Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Sundaravalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Noopura Gangai (Silambaru) 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: 6 Azhwars (Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Andal, Bhoothath, Pey, Thirumangai) (128 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: 6 Azhwars (Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Andal, Bhoothath, Pey, Thirumangai)
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 128 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, 6 Azhwars (Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Andal, Bhoothath, Pey, Thirumangai) praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Paramaswamy (Sundararaja / Kallazhagar) and Sundaravalli Thayar at Thirumaliruncholai (Alagar Koyil - Kallazhagar). 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 Paramaswamy (Sundararaja / Kallazhagar) and Goddess Sundaravalli 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.