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Ksheerabdhi Nathan (Parkadal வண்ணன்)

Thirupparkadal (Cosmic Ocean of Milk) — Divya Desam #107

Divya Desam #107 • Vinnulaga Divya Desam (Celestial Realm)
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The 107th Divya Desam (Celestial Ocean of Milk) where Lord Narayana reclines on Adisesha and listens to the prayers of Brahma and the Devas.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #107 (Thirupparkadal (Cosmic Ocean of Milk)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Vinnulaga Divya Desam. The presiding deity, Lord Ksheerabdhi Nathan (Parkadal வண்ணன்), graces devotees in Kidandha (Reclining on Adisesha) posture facing South beneath the sacred Ashtanga Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Kadalmagal Nachiyar (Mahalakshmi). Holy dips or prostrations near the Amirtha Theertham (Milk Ocean) 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: 10 Azhwars (51 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: 10 Azhwars
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 51 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, 10 Azhwars praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Ksheerabdhi Nathan (Parkadal வண்ணன்) and Kadalmagal Nachiyar (Mahalakshmi) at Thirupparkadal (Cosmic Ocean of Milk). 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 Ksheerabdhi Nathan (Parkadal வண்ணன்) and Goddess Kadalmagal Nachiyar (Mahalakshmi).
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Celestial Realm (Ksheerabdhi District, Cosmic Ocean)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Ksheerabdhi and nearby pilgrimage towns in Celestial Realm. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Ksheerabdhi / Celestial Realm junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Ksheerabdhi - Cosmic Ocean region (approx. 1 to 2.5 hours by cab via highway).
• Pilgrim Tip: Verify temple opening hours (Eternal Darshan (Transcendental Realm)) before starting; afternoon closure is typically between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.