Pavalavannam Sri Pavalavannar Temple, Kanchipuram

Diety: Pavala Vannar Perumal, Amman: Pavala Valli
Temple Address: Pavalavannam Sri Pavalavannar Temple 15J/9-2, Damalwar St, Melkathirpur, Periya, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502
Open between: 06:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 04:00 AM to 08:30 AM

Introduction

• Tiru Pavala Vannam, also known as Pavalavanam, is a prominent Vishnu temple located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.
• Constructed in the Dravidian style, it is one of the 108 Divyadesams, dedicated to Vishnu, worshipped as Pavalavannar Perumal, and his consort Lakshmi as Pavazhavalli.
• The temple is glorified in the Divya Prabandha by the Azhwar saints and is believed to be linked to sage Naimisaranya.

Puranic Significance

• Built by the Cholas with contributions from later Medieval Cholas and Vijayanagar kings.
• The temple is mentioned in inscriptions from Kulothunga Chola I (1070–1120 CE) and Rajadhiraja Chola (1018–1054 CE).
• Vishnu assumed different colours in various Yugas: white in Krita Yuga, emerald in Tretayuga, green in Dvapara Yuga, and blue in Kali Yuga.
• Vishnu is known as Pavalavannar, who appeared to the twin Aswini gods and retained the name in modern times.
• The temple also holds significance in the story of sage Bhrigu, who worshipped Vishnu here after testing the patience of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

Special Features

• The central shrine features the image of Pavalavannar in a standing posture, with a separate shrine for his consort Pavazhavalli.
• The temple’s Vimana is called Vedasara Vimana, and it is adorned with stucco images of various legends.
• The temple has separate shrines for Azhwars, Rama with Seetha and Hanuman, and Garuda.
• The granite walls enclose two precincts, with the outer one pierced by a five-tiered Rajagopuram.
• The gopuram is adorned with stucco images, including a depiction of Narasimha.
• The temple tank, Chakra Theertham, is located to the northeast of the temple.

Festivals

• The temple conducts six daily rituals and three yearly festivals.
• The most prominent festival is Brahmotsavam, celebrated during the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May–June).

Century/Period/Age

1000 to 2000 years old.

Saints and Singers

Thirumangai azhwar

Managed By

Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE)

Best Time

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Accommodation

Kanchipuram

Nearest Bus Station

Kanchipuram

Nearest Railway Station

Kanchipuram

Nearest Airport

Chennai

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