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Makara Nedunkuzhaikadhan

ot / Thirupperai (Thenthirupperai - Nava Tirupati #7) — Divya Desam #94

Divya Desam #94 • Pandya Nadu (Nava Tirupati Cluster)
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Nava Tirupati #7 (Sukra / Venus Sthalam); the Lord wears fish-shaped earrings (Makara Kundalam) gifted by Bhoodevi.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #94 (ot / Thirupperai (Thenthirupperai - Nava Tirupati #7)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Makara Nedunkuzhaikadhan, graces devotees in Irundha (Sitting) posture facing East beneath the sacred Bhadra Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Kuzhaikkadhu Valli & Thirupperai Nachiyar. Holy dips or prostrations near the uk / Sukra 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: 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 Makara Nedunkuzhaikadhan and Kuzhaikkadhu Valli & Thirupperai Nachiyar at ot / Thirupperai (Thenthirupperai - Nava Tirupati #7). 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 Makara Nedunkuzhaikadhan and Goddess Kuzhaikkadhu Valli & Thirupperai 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.