Veetriruntha Perumal Temple, Veppathur
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Deity: Veetriiruntha perumal - भगवान विष्णु Place: Veppathur Tamil Nadu
Veetriruntha Perumal Temple, Veppathur. Dedicated to Veetriiruntha perumal. Located in Veppathur.
- Primary Deity
- Veetriiruntha perumal / भगवान विष्णु
- Built
- Pre-Pallava era
- Address
- Veppathur, Thiruvidaimarudur taluk, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India
History
The Veetrirundha Perumal Temple is located in the village of Veppathur in the Thiruvidaimarudur taluk of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is recognized as one of the oldest surviving temples, dating back to the Pre-Pallava era. The temple is glorified by Maharishi Valmiki and is classified as one of the 108 Abhimana Kshethrams of the Vaishnavate tradition. It is noted for being distinct from other temples and is said to have been worshiped by many Vaishnava Acharyas.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is a significant site in the Vaishnavate tradition, having been worshiped by many Vaishnava Acharyas and glorified by Maharishi Valmiki.
Associated Legends
- Glorified by Maharishi Valmiki
- Worshiped by many Vaishnava Acharyas