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Thiruchirupuliyur / Thirukkurungudi — Divya Desam #97

Divya Desam #97 • Pandya Nadu (Tirunelveli / Tenkasi Cluster)
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Here Lord Vishnu became the disciple of Sri Ramanuja and received the name "Vaishnava Nambi"; Kaisika Ekadasi originated here.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #97 (Thiruchirupuliyur / Thirukkurungudi) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Azhagiya Nambi (Vaishnava Nambi), graces devotees in Ninra, Irundha & Kidandha (5 Nambis) posture facing East beneath the sacred Pancha Kethaka Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Kurungudi Valli Nachiyar. Holy dips or prostrations near the Thiru Parkadal (Nambiyaru 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: Periyazhwar, Thirumazhisai, Thirumangai, Nammazhwar (40 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Periyazhwar, Thirumazhisai, Thirumangai, Nammazhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 40 Pasuram(s)

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