Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple Timings, Thirukannamangai

Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, in Thirukannamangai in Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Bhaktavatsala Perumal (Vishnu) with consort Abhishekavalli. It is also known as Thirukannamangai Divya Desam.

The temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams, the Vishnu temples glorified in the Naalayira Divya Prabandham composed by the Alvar poet saints. It is one of the five Panchakanna (Krishnaranya) Kshetrams, a group of Krishna associated Divya Desams in the region that also includes Thirukannangudi, Kabisthalam, Thirukannapuram, and Thirukkovilur. According to temple legend, Goddess Lakshmi performed penance at this site and married Vishnu, receiving her Pattabhishekam (coronation) as his chief consort here, which is how she came to be known as Abhishekavalli.

Tamil Nadu carries a distinct temple identity of its own: Land of towering gopurams and living Dravidian temple traditions, from the Chola masterpieces to the great Pancha Bhoota Sthalas.

Darshan hours and daily worship

Session	Timing (as published)
Morning	8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Evening	5:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Poojas and daily rituals

Daily rituals include Kalasanthi around 8:00 AM, Uchikalam around 12:00 PM, Sayarakshai around 6:00 PM, and Ardha Jamam around 8:30 PM

Weekly or monthly auspicious daysKrishna Jayanthi, Navaratri, and Vaikunta Ekadasi are observed

Festivals and special-day timings

Regular darshan hours are usually extended, or set aside entirely, on these dates.

Festival	Period	What happens
Chariot Festival / Brahmotsavam	Chittirai (March/April)	The temple's most prominent annual festival, spanning about 10 days

History and architecture

Built or establishedBelieved to be of significant antiquity, possibly initiated by the Medieval Cholas around the 8th century CE, with later contributions from the Thanjavur Nayaks

Architecture

Dravidian style temple with a five tier rajagopuram reported to be about 90 feet tall

History

According to temple legend, Goddess Lakshmi performed penance at this site and married Vishnu, receiving her Pattabhishekam (coronation) as his chief consort here, which is how she came to be known as Abhishekavalli.

Planning your visit

Best time to visitOctober to March

NearbyThiruvarur (Thyagaraja Swamy Temple), Nachiyar Kovil, Tirucherai Divya Desam

How to reach

About 5 to 7 km west of Thiruvarur on the Kumbakonam to Thiruvarur road. Nearest railway station is Thiruvarur; nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli (Trichy).

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Where this information comes from

Confidence: Medium. Entry fee and dress code could not be verified; some architectural and festival details rely on a limited number of sources

Frequently asked questions about Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple

What is the timing of Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple is open 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, daily.

What are the darshan (visiting) hours at Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

As published, morning darshan runs 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and evening darshan runs 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

Which festivals are celebrated at Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

The main ones documented for this temple are Chariot Festival / Brahmotsavam. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

What is the best time to visit Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

October to March

How do I reach Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

About 5 to 7 km west of Thiruvarur on the Kumbakonam to Thiruvarur road. Nearest railway station is Thiruvarur; nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli (Trichy).

Who is the presiding deity at Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

Bhaktavatsala Perumal (Vishnu) with consort Abhishekavalli

What is the history of Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

What poojas or aartis are performed daily at Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

Daily rituals include Kalasanthi around 8:00 AM, Uchikalam around 12:00 PM, Sayarakshai around 6:00 PM, and Ardha Jamam around 8:30 PM

What else is worth seeing near Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple?

Thiruvarur (Thyagaraja Swamy Temple), Nachiyar Kovil, Tirucherai Divya Desam

How reliable is the information on this Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple page?

This listing's confidence is rated medium. Entry fee and dress code could not be verified; some architectural and festival details rely on a limited number of sources

Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple Timings