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Thirutholaivillimangalam (Irattai Tirupati - Nava Tirupati #4 & #5) — Divya Desam #91

Divya Desam #91 • Pandya Nadu (Nava Tirupati Cluster)
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Nava Tirupati #4 & #5 (Rahu & Ketu Sthalam); twin temples side by side where a bow and balancing scale turned back into humans.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #91 (Thirutholaivillimangalam (Irattai Tirupati - Nava Tirupati #4 & #5)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Devapiran & Aravindalochanan, graces devotees in Ninra & Irundha posture facing East beneath the sacred Kumudha Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Karunthadankanni Nachiyar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Varuna 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 (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 Devapiran & Aravindalochanan and Karunthadankanni Nachiyar at Thirutholaivillimangalam (Irattai Tirupati - Nava Tirupati #4 & #5). 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 Devapiran & Aravindalochanan and Goddess Karunthadankanni Nachiyar.
• Purattasi Saturdays & Monthly Thiruvonam / Ekadasi: Special Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam) and Vishwaroopa Darshan.
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• Travel Hub / Base Town: Nava Tirupati Cluster (Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu)
• By Road (Bus / Car / Cab): Well connected by state highways to Thoothukudi and nearby pilgrimage towns in Nava Tirupati Cluster. Auto-rickshaws and local taxis are readily available from the main bus stand.
• By Train (Railway Station): Nearest major railhead is in Thoothukudi / Nava Tirupati Cluster junction, with frequent express trains connecting Chennai, Trichy, Madurai, and other major cities.
• By Air (Airport): Nearest domestic/international airport serves the Thoothukudi - 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.