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Thirukkandamennum Kadiulagar (Devaprayag) — Divya Desam #68

Divya Desam #68 • Vada Nadu (Himalayan Yatra)
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Sacred confluence (Devaprayag) where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers unite to form the holy River Ganga.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #68 (Thirukkandamennum Kadiulagar (Devaprayag)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Vada Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Neelamegha Perumal (Raghunathji), graces devotees in Ninra (Standing) posture facing East beneath the sacred Mangala Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Pundareegavalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Sangam of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi (Ganga) 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: Periyazhwar (11 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Periyazhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 11 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Periyazhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Neelamegha Perumal (Raghunathji) and Pundareegavalli Thayar at Thirukkandamennum Kadiulagar (Devaprayag). 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 Neelamegha Perumal (Raghunathji) and Goddess Pundareegavalli Thayar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Himalayan Yatra (Tehri Garhwal District, Uttarakhand)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Tehri Garhwal and nearby pilgrimage towns in Himalayan Yatra. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Tehri Garhwal / Himalayan Yatra junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Tehri Garhwal - Uttarakhand 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.