Tirupullambhootangudi (Valvil Ramar Temple)

🛕 Lord Rama | 📍 Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Ancient Temple Divya Desam

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 07:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:30 PM – 07:30 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October – March

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Tirupullambhootangudi Valvil Ramar Temple is one of the sacred 108 Divya Desams praised in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by the Alvars.
The presiding deity Valvil Ramar is a form of Rama, worshipped in a reclining posture. According to legend, Lord Rama performed the last rites for Jatayu at this place after the bird sacrificed its life trying to save Sita from Ravana.
Because of this sacred event, the temple is considered highly significant for devotees of Lord Rama.

🏛 Temple History

The temple has ancient origins and was developed during the period of the Chola Dynasty. Later renovations were done by the Nayak Dynasty. The temple is closely connected with the Ramayana. It is believed that Lord Rama came to this place and performed rituals for Jatayu after the battle with Ravana's forces.

Daily Poojas

No daily poojas available.

🔱 Special Rituals

No special rituals available.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit early morning for peaceful darshan.
Combine visit with nearby Divya Desam temples around Kumbakonam.
Follow traditional dress code.Respect temple customs and rituals.
Respect temple customs and rituals.

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional attire preferred

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Sweet Pongal, Puliyodarai

🧭 How to Reach

🚆 Railway: Kumbakonam Railway Station (10.00 km)

✈ Airport: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (90.00 km)

🚌 Bus Stand: Kumbakonam Bus Stand (10.00 km)