Nithyakalyana Perumal Temple, Thiruvidandai, Kanchipuram

Nithyakalyana Perumal Temple, Thiruvidandai, Kanchipuram

Nithyakalyana Perumal temple in Thiruvidandai, a village in Kanchipuram district of the South Indian state of Tamilnadu, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is glorified in the Divya Prabandha, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Azhwar saints from the 6th–9th centuries AD. It is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Nithyakalyana Perumal and his consort Lakshmi as Komalavalli Thayar. The original structure of the temple was built by the Pallavas during the 7th century CE, with later additions from the Cholas during the 11th century.

A granite wall surrounds the temple, enclosing all its shrines. The temple tank is located opposite to the temple, outside the main entrance. The temple follows Thenkalai tradition of worship. Four daily rituals and many yearly festivals are held at the temple, of which the Chittirai Brahmotsavam during the Tamil month of Chittirai (during April - May), and Vaikuntha Ekadashi during Margazhi (December - January) being the most prominent. Thiruvidandai suburban village located in South Chennai, about 19 Kms south of Thiruvanmiyur near Chennai in the Indian state of Tamilnadu.

Thiruvidanthai is located on the Chennai - Kovalam road on the way to Mahabalipuram. The village derives its name from the Nithyakalyana Perumal temple and its history is centered on the temple. Sage Markandeya and King Mahabali visited the kshetram. Of the celebrated 108 Divya Desas of Lord Vishnu, this is the only temple, where, the Wedding Festival is celebrated throughout the year – all the 365 days of the year. Women facing delays in their wedding are advised to pray to Mother in the temple.

Thiruvidandhai is located about 40 kms from Chennai on the East Coast Road (ECR) before Mahabalipuram. While going from Chennai, one can see a big arch on the right side of the road, indicating the temple. This temple is one of the DhivyaDesams of Lord Vishnu. Sri Manavaala Maamuni and Sri Thirumangai Aazhwar (8th Century) have sung Mangalasasanams on the Lord here. This sthalam is called as "Asurakaala Nalloor". The temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamilnadu.

Legends

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History

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The Temple

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Temple Opening & Pooja Timings

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Worship Practices & Festivals

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Religious Importance

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Literary Mention

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Prayers

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Contact

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple,

Thiruvidandhai - 603 112

Kancheepuram District

Phone: +91 – 44 – 2747 2235

Mobile: +91 – 98405 99310 / 98409 36927

Connectivity

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Mahabalipuram Beach, Mamallapuram

Mahabalipuram Beach, Mamallapuram

Mahabalipuram Beach is located in the old port town of Mahabalipuram also known as Mamallapuram on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, has a coastline spanning a distance of over 20 km with beautiful beaches. Located 58km from Chennai on the Mahabalipuram road, the golden sandy beach is a picturesque place bounded by the shimmering sea & rolling hills.

Identified as the most pristine beaches of Tamil Nadu, the beach attracts thousands of tourists throughout the year. The beach is an idle place for sunbathing and lazing around. The sea is rough and swimming is not recommended.

Mahabalipuram beach also has some ancient historical monuments in its close proximity and this is the main reason of attraction of this beach. There is one of the oldest shore temples in South India built by the Pallava King Rajasimha in the early 8th century and the world's largest bas-relief, the 'Penance of Arjuna', which is 96ft long and 43 ft high, the five rathas and the tiger's cave along the beach.

On the way to Mahabalipuram Beach is DakshinaChitra, 28 km from Chennai, a heritage space with exhibitions and workshops of the arts and crafts including traditional home architecture and performing artists of Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka.

Other places worth a visit while on a tour to the beach include the crocodile farm where about 5000 crocodiles of 6 different species, alligators and other reptiles are bred in captivity, kept in open, marshy enclosures, snake venom extracting centre and a school of art and sculpture. 

Department of Tourism, Government of Tamil Nadu hosts a Dance Festival annually at Mahabalipuram during Jan- Feb. The festival which lasts for a month has exponents of classical dances like Bharata Natyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak, Kathakali as well as folk dances perform in an open air stage against the magnificent backdrop of the Pallava rock sculptures.

Wide choices of accommodation for longer stays are provided at various rates along the beach draw holiday seekers all round the year. Accommodation is available at Hotel Tamil Nadu (Beach Resorts Complex), Hotel Tamil Nadu II Camping Site and other beach resorts and lodges.

Mahabalipuram beach attracts a lot of travellers every year especially for the natural Sun bathing in the beach. The beach gives an opportunity to completely unwind from the weary and tiredness of the city life. Windsurfers and Swimmers are seen hitting the shores of the beach playing with the rising tide.

Mahabalipuram has a hot and humid climate, with summer temperatures in late May and early June often reaching 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit). The town receives most of its rainfall during the northeast monsoon, from mid September to mid December, and heavy rains can be a problem. The temperature decreases to an average of 25 degrees Celsius (75 Fahrenheit) during winter, from November to February, but doesn't drop below 20 degrees Celsius (68 Fahrenheit). The best time to visit is from December until March, when it's dry and cool.

For delicious food try the family run, airy rooftop Gecko Cafe or Buddha Cafe for a beer in the heart of Mahabalipuram's lively backpacker district on the way to the Shore Temple. If you really want to relax and unwind, indulge in one of the many natural therapies on offer around town.

To get around, hire a bicycle or a motorbike. It's also possible to walk, as Mahabalipuram is not a large town. There isn't a wide range of hotels to choose from, but there are hotels to suit all budgets from inexpensive to luxury. The beach resorts are generally located to the north of the town center.

As always in India, where there are temples there are so called guides offering to share their knowledge for a high fee. The ocean at Mahabalipuram can have particularly strong currents, so care should be taken when swimming. This is particularly the case to the right of the Shore Temple.

Connectivity

By Air: 

Chennai 58-km away is the nearest airport with both domestic and international terminus. 

By Rail: 

The nearest railway stations are Chengalpattu (29-km) and Chennai (58-km). From these stations one has to take the roads to reach Mahabalipuram. 

By Road: 

There are buses available from Pondicherry, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Chennai to Mahabalipuram regularly. The road to Mahabalipuram is well connected to other major roads. Tourists can also hire a taxi from Chennai to reach Mahabalipuram.

Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple, Mamallapuram, Chengalpattu

Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple, Mamallapuram, Chengalpattu

Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Mamallapuram Town in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. The Temple is also called as Thirukadalmallai. The Temple is constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture. The temple is glorified in the Divya Prabandha, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Azhwar saints from the 6^th – 9^th centuries AD. It is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Sthalasayana Perumal and his consort Lakshmi as Nilamangai Thayar.

The temple is believed to have been built by Pallavas with later contributions from Cholas, Vijayanagar kings and Madurai Nayaks. The temple is believed to be the birthplace of the Vaishnava Azhwar saint Bhoothathalvar. The temple is one of the 32 Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram that are declared as UN world heritage sites, but unlike others that are maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, the temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu.

Legends

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History

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The Temple

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Temple Opening Time

The Temple remains open from 7.00 a.m. to 12.00 a.m. and from 3.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Religious Practices & Festivals

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Literary Mention

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Prayers

It is the belief of the devotees that worshipping Sthala Sayana Perumal means worshipping Perumal in his Vaikunda itself directly. Majority of the devotees pray for the removal of obstacles in their wedding proposals. Devotees perform special abishek to Lord and offer vastras. All wishes of the devotees are said to be fulfilled here as the Lord is seen sleeping on the floor, on par with the devotees, who visit him.

Contact

Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple,

Mamallapuram, Thirukazhukundram Taluk

Chengalpattu District – 603 104

Phone: +91 44 2744 3245 / 2744 2183

Mobile: +91 94442 35284 / 98404 08755

Connectivity

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