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Appakkudathaan Perumal

Thirupper Nagar (Koviladi) — Divya Desam #6

Divya Desam #6 • Chola Nadu (Trichy Cluster)
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The final Pasuram of Nammazhwar before attaining Paramapadam was sung here; the Lord holds an Appam pot.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #6 (Thirupper Nagar (Koviladi)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Chola Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Appakkudathaan Perumal, graces devotees in Kidandha (Reclining) posture facing West beneath the sacred Indra Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Indravalli Thayar (Kamalavalli). Holy dips or prostrations near the Indra 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: Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Thirumangai, Thirumazhisai (33 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Thirumangai, Thirumazhisai
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 33 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Nammazhwar, Periyazhwar, Thirumangai, Thirumazhisai praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Appakkudathaan Perumal and Indravalli Thayar (Kamalavalli) at Thirupper Nagar (Koviladi). 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 Appakkudathaan Perumal and Goddess Indravalli Thayar (Kamalavalli).
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Trichy Cluster (Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Thanjavur and nearby pilgrimage towns in Trichy Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Thanjavur / Trichy 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.