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Thirukkuralappan (zh / Kuralappa Perumal)

Thiruvanparisaram (Thiruppathisaram) — Divya Desam #78

Divya Desam #78 • Malai Nadu (Kerala (Kanyakumari) Cluster)
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Birthplace of Udayanangai (mother of Nammazhwar) near Nagercoil; the Seven Sages (Saptarishis) worshipped Lord Vishnu here.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #78 (Thiruvanparisaram (Thiruppathisaram)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Malai Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Thirukkuralappan (zh / Kuralappa Perumal), graces devotees in Irundha (Sitting) posture facing East beneath the sacred Indra Kalyana Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Kamalavalli Nachiyar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Lakshmi Theertham 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 (1 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Nammazhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 1 Pasuram(s)

In the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, Nammazhwar praised the divine beauty (Saundaryam) and accessibility (Saulabhyam) of Lord Thirukkuralappan (zh / Kuralappa Perumal) and Kamalavalli Nachiyar at Thiruvanparisaram (Thiruppathisaram). 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 Thirukkuralappan (zh / Kuralappa Perumal) and Goddess Kamalavalli Nachiyar.
• 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.