Appakkudathan Perumal Temple

🛕 Lord Vishnu | 📍 Thanjavur, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Ancient Temple Divya Desam Famous Temple Festival Special Temple River Side Temple

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 07:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

November – February

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 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.

🏛 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 sage’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.

🌼 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.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

Appam Offering Ritual

A special offering of Appam is made to Appakkudathan Perumal, which is unique to this temple.

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Archana

Devotees perform personal prayers using their name and star to receive blessings.

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Thayar Archana

Special worship offered to Indira Devi for prosperity and family well-being.

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Vaikunta Ekadasi Celebrations

Grand celebrations and special poojas are conducted during Vaikunta Ekadasi.

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🎉 Temple Festivals

No festivals available.

🧭 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

🚍 How to Reach

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Railway Station

Tiruchirappalli Junction Railway Station • 20.00 km

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Airport

Tiruchirappalli International Airport • 25.00 km

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Bus Stand

Tiruchirappalli Central Bus Stand • 18.00 km

🏢 Temple Authority

Temple Executive Officer

Executive Officer

📞 91-99524 68956,

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional attire preferred

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Sweet Appam