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Thirunaraiyur Nambi (Srinivasa)

Thirunaraiyur (Nachiyar Koil) — Divya Desam #15

Divya Desam #15 • Chola Nadu (Kumbakonam Cluster)
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Famous for Kal Garuda (Stone Garuda whose weight miraculously increases in stages as carried out) and where Thirumangai Azhwar received Pancha Samskaram.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #15 (Thirunaraiyur (Nachiyar Koil)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Chola Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Thirunaraiyur Nambi (Srinivasa), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Srinivasa Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Vanjulavalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Mani Muktha 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 (110 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 110 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Thirunaraiyur Nambi (Srinivasa) and Vanjulavalli Thayar at Thirunaraiyur (Nachiyar Koil). 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 Thirunaraiyur Nambi (Srinivasa) and Goddess Vanjulavalli 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.