Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Veeraraghavapuram,
Thirunelveli
Varadharaja
Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Veeraraghavapuram
in Thirunelveli Town in
Thirunelveli District of Tamilnadu. It is a matter of pride that there is a
close connection between Sri Varadharaja Perumal temple, Thirunelveli and Sri Vana
Mamalai Mutt, Nanguneri. Even now, in this temple the first and the foremost
honour and respect are given to H.H. Vana Mamalai Jeer Swamigal.
Legends
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brief details, please refer below link;
The
Temple
This
temple is an ancient and reputed Vishnu temple. It lies on the banks of the
perennial river Thamirabarani. This area is also known as Veeraraghavapuram, which is
the hoary name of this place. It has been named after Veeraraghavan, the main
and presiding deity (Moolavar) in Sri Varadharaja Temple. Sri Varadharaja Perumal
is the Utsava Moorthy. The temple is called on his name.
Sri
Anjaneya graces in worshipping form standing before the presiding deity Lord
Veera Raghava. There are shrines for Sudarsana, Yoga Narasimhar, Mahalakshmi, Bhoomadevi, Garuda, Lord Krishna, Adhiseshan,
Vishwaksenar and Alwars in the corridor-prakara.
Two
separate shrines are situated for Sri Vedhavalli Thayar and Sri Perundevi
Thayar. Vaikhanasa Agamam is being followed here. Five tiers Rajagopuram was
successfully built and also big Mahamandapam with four giant saptaswara pillars
was built by replacing the old 16 pillars mandapam. The samprokshanam took
place on 29 May 2013 Wednesday.
Temple
Opening Time
The
temple is open from 7.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.
Festivals
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Prayers
Devotees
pray for cordial conclusion of marriage proposals, child boon and progress in
education. Devotees perform Tirumanjanam with Vastras to the Lord.
Contact
Varadaraja
Perumal Temple,
Thirunelveli,
Thirunelveli District
Phone: +91 – 462 – 233 5340
Connectivity
The
temple is just a kilometer from the old bus stand and the railway junction of Thirunelveli.
The temple is located near the City bus stand. As there is no bus facility to
the temple from here, the devotee can opt for an auto or even simply walk to
the temple. Nearest Railway Station is located at Thirunelveli and Nearest
Airport is located at Madurai.
