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Thiruvallikeni (Triplicane Parthasarathy) — Divya Desam #60

Divya Desam #60 • Thondai Nadu (Chennai Cluster)
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Iconic Chennai Divya Desam where Lord Krishna appears as Arjuna’s charioteer with battle scars on His face and a mustache, holding only a conch.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #60 (Thiruvallikeni (Triplicane Parthasarathy)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Thondai Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Parthasarathy Perumal (Venkatakrishna), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Anandha Nilaya Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Vedavalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Kairavini 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: Peyazhwar, Thirumazhisai Azhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar (12 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Peyazhwar, Thirumazhisai Azhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 12 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Peyazhwar, Thirumazhisai Azhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Parthasarathy Perumal (Venkatakrishna) and Vedavalli Thayar at Thiruvallikeni (Triplicane Parthasarathy). 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 Parthasarathy Perumal (Venkatakrishna) and Goddess Vedavalli Thayar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Chennai Cluster (Chennai District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Chennai 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 Chennai / Chennai Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Chennai - 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.