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Veeraraghava Perumal (Vaidya Veeraraghavar)

Thiruvallur (Veeraraghava Perumal) — Divya Desam #59

Divya Desam #59 • Thondai Nadu (Chennai Cluster)
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Famous healing shrine (Vaidya Veeraraghavar) where the Lord asked Sage Salihotra for food and a place to sleep ("Evvul").

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #59 (Thiruvallur (Veeraraghava Perumal)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Thondai Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Veeraraghava Perumal (Vaidya Veeraraghavar), graces devotees in Kidandha (Reclining) posture facing East beneath the sacred Vijayakoti Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Kanakavalli Thayar (Vasumathi). Holy dips or prostrations near the Hritthapanaasini 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, Thirumazhisai Azhwar (12 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Thirumangai Azhwar, Thirumazhisai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 12 Pasuram(s)

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