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Perarulalan (Hemarangar)

Thirusempon Sei Koil — Divya Desam #30

Divya Desam #30 • Chola Nadu (Sirkazhi (Thirunangur) Cluster)
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Lord Rama gifted a golden cow made after slaying demon Maricha to a poor Brahmin who built this temple.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #30 (Thirusempon Sei Koil) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Chola Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Perarulalan (Hemarangar), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Kanaka Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Allimamalar Mangai. Holy dips or prostrations near the Nithya 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 (10 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 10 Pasuram(s)

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