Haridwaramangalam Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Thiruvarur

Address

Haridwaramangalam Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Haridwaramangalam, Thiruvarur district, Tamilnadu- 612802.

Deity

Varadaraja Perumal Amman: Perundevi Thaayar

Introduction

• Location: Haridwaramangalam, Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu.
• Deity: The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known as Varadaraja Perumal.
• Goddess: The presiding goddess is Perundevi Thaayar.
• Historical Significance: The temple is believed to be as old as the nearby famous Paadal Petra Sthalam, the Padaleeswarar Temple, and is estimated to be around 1000 years old.
• Accessibility:
  • Nearest Railway Station: Ammapettai
  • Nearest Airport: Trichy

Puranic Significance

• Architecture: The temple features a 5-tier entrance gopuram (tower), along with a smaller 3-tier gopuram on the southern side.
• Sanctum: The presiding deity, Varadaraja Perumal, faces east, and he graces devotees alongside Sridevi and Bhoo Devi from the sanctum.
• Mother Goddess: Perundevi Thaayar also faces east and has a significant presence in the temple.
• Additional Shrines: The temple includes shrines for:
  • Garuda
  • Varada Anjaneya
  • Aadhi Kesava Perumal
  • Thirumangai Azhwar
  • Nammazhwar
  • Ramanujar
  • Vishwaksenar

Century/Period/Age

1000 Years old

Managed By

Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Haridwaramangalam

Nearest Railway Station

Ammapettai

Nearest Airport

Trichy

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