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Thiruaadhanoor — Divya Desam #11

Divya Desam #11 • Chola Nadu (Kumbakonam Cluster)
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The Lord reclines with a measuring vessel (Marakkal) as His pillow and palm leaves in hand to bless Kamadhenu.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #11 (Thiruaadhanoor) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Chola Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Aandu Alakkum Ayan, graces devotees in Kidandha (Reclining) posture facing East beneath the sacred Pranava Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Ranganayaki Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Surya 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: Thirumangai Azhwar (1 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 1 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Aandu Alakkum Ayan and Ranganayaki Thayar at Thiruaadhanoor. 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 Aandu Alakkum Ayan and Goddess Ranganayaki Thayar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Kumbakonam Cluster (Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Thanjavur and nearby pilgrimage towns in Kumbakonam Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Thanjavur / Kumbakonam Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Thanjavur - 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.