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Adikesava Perumal

Thiruvattaru (Adikesava Perumal) — Divya Desam #77

Divya Desam #77 • Malai Nadu (Kerala (Kanyakumari) Cluster)
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Encircled by rivers forming a circle (Vattaru); the 22-foot Kadu Sarkarai Yogam reclining Moolavar is viewed through three doors.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #77 (Thiruvattaru (Adikesava Perumal)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Malai Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Adikesava Perumal, graces devotees in Kidandha (Left-to-Right Reclining) posture facing West beneath the sacred Ashtanga Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Maragathavalli Thayar. Holy dips or prostrations near the va / Kadalவாய் Theertham (Parali River) 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 (11 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Nammazhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 11 Pasuram(s)

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