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Ninra Narayana Perumal

Thiruthangal (Sivakasi) — Divya Desam #99

Divya Desam #99 • Pandya Nadu (Madurai Cluster)
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Hill cave temple near Sivakasi where Goddess Mahalakshmi stayed ("Thangal") and proved her supremacy among the consorts.

According to the Sthala Puranam and ancient Sri Vaishnava Agamas, Divya Desam #99 (Thiruthangal (Sivakasi)) is revered as a sacred kshetram in Pandya Nadu. The presiding deity, Lord Ninra Narayana Perumal, graces devotees in Ninra (Standing on Hill) posture facing East beneath the sacred Devachandra Vimanam, accompanied by Goddess Senkamalavalli Thayar (Anuradha). Holy dips or prostrations near the Papanaasa 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: Bhoothathazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar (6 Pasurams)
• Revered Azhwars who performed Mangalasasanam: Bhoothathazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar
• Total Divya Prabandham Pasurams sung: 6 Pasuram(s)

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