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Appakkudathan Perumal Temple

Appakkudathan Perumal Temple

๐Ÿ›• Lord Vishnu | ๐Ÿ“ Thanjavur, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

โฐ Darshan
Morning: 07:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM โ€“ 08:00 PM
๐Ÿ“… Best Time to Visit
November โ€“ February
๐Ÿ“ธ Photography
Not Allowed

๐Ÿ”ฑ Temple Significance

Appakkudathan Perumal Temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The deity appears in a reclining posture holding a pot of Appam, which symbolizes divine compassion and nourishment. Devotees believe that worshipping here removes hunger, poverty, and life difficulties and grants prosperity and peace.

๐Ÿ› Temple History

The temple is located at Tirupper Nagar near Tiruchirappalli on the banks of the sacred Kaveri River. According to legend, King Upamanyu suffered from hunger due to a sageโ€™s curse. He prayed to Lord Vishnu, who appeared here holding a pot of sweet Appam and fed the king. Because of this divine act, the deity became known as Appakkudathan. The temple is praised in the hymns of Nammalvar and is an important pilgrimage site for Vaishnavites.

๐ŸŒผ Benefits of Visiting

Removal of Financial Difficulties

Devotees believe worshipping Appakkudathan Perumal helps overcome financial struggles.

Fulfillment of Wishes

Prayers offered at this temple are believed to fulfill sincere wishes and desires.

Peace and Happiness

Visiting the temple brings spiritual peace and happiness to devotees.

Family Prosperity

Devotees pray for harmony and prosperity in their family life.

Spiritual Blessings

Darshan at this sacred Divya Desam temple is believed to grant divine grace and blessings.

Daily Poojas

Name Time
Suprabhatam 06:30 AM
Kalasanthi Pooja 08:00 AM
Uchikala Pooja 12:00 PM
Sayaraksha Pooja 05:30 PM
Ardha Jama Pooja 08:00 PM

๐Ÿ”ฑ Special Rituals

  • Appam Offering Ritual โ€“ Contact Temple
  • Archana โ€“ Contact Temple
  • Thayar Archana โ€“ Contact Temple
  • Vaikunta Ekadasi Celebrations โ€“ Contact Temple

๐ŸŽ‰ Temple Festivals

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No festivals available.

๐Ÿงญ Pilgrim Travel Tips
  • Visit early morning to avoid crowds
  • Carry water during summer months
  • Respect temple dress code
  • Participate in special festivals for spiritual experience
๐Ÿš How to Reach
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Railway Station
Tiruchirappalli Junction Railway Station โ€ข 20.00 km
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Airport
Tiruchirappalli International Airport โ€ข 25.00 km
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Bus Stand
Tiruchirappalli Central Bus Stand โ€ข 18.00 km

๐Ÿข Temple Authority

Temple Executive Officer

Executive Officer

๐Ÿ“ž 91-99524 68956,

๐Ÿ”” Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional attire preferred

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Sweet Appam

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