Yathothkari Perumal Temple Kanchipuram

Yathothkari Perumal Temple Kanchipuram. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Located in Kanchipuram.

Primary Deity

Lord Vishnu

Architecture

Dravidian architecture

Built

8th century CE

Builder

Pallava dynasty

Entry Fee

Free entry for general darshan. Special darshan may have a fee.

Best Season

Winter (October to March) offers pleasant weather.

Darshan Time

1-2 hours during peak times, 30-45 minutes during off-peak hours.

Dress Code

Traditional and Formal clothing

Address

Available soon.

History

Sri Yathothkari Perumal Temple, also known as Tiruvekkaa Temple, is one of the three oldest Vishnu temples in Kanchipuram. It is historically significant as one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Spiritual Significance

It is considered a highly sacred site being part of the 108 Divya Desams, which are revered by the Alvars in the Sri Vaishnava tradition.

Spiritual Practices

Devotees engage in parikrama (circumambulation), chanting of Vishnu Sahasranama, and listening to discourses on Vaishnava philosophy. Meditation is practiced in the temple premises.

Spiritual Experience

मंदिर में प्रवेश करते ही एक शांत और दिव्य वातावरण का अनुभव होता है। भक्तों को भगवान विष्णु के प्रति गहरी श्रद्धा और भक्ति का अनुभव होता है। यहाँ की ऊर्जा सकारात्मक और मन को शांति देने वाली है।

Darshan Timings

• 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM
• 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Timings may vary during festivals.

How to Reach

• Chennai International Airport (MAA) is the nearest major airport, approximately 75 km away. From the airport, one can hire a taxi or take a bus to Kanchipuram.
• Kanchipuram Railway Station (CJ) is well-connected to major cities like Chennai, Chengalpattu, and Tirupati. The temple is about 3 km from the station.
• Kanchipuram is connected by a good network of roads. Regular bus services are available from Chennai (75 km), Vellore (70 km), and other nearby towns.

• Nearest Airport: to the temple is Chennai International Airport, at a distance of 75–80 km from the temple. One can easily hire a taxi or public transport to reach the temple.By RailThe nearest station is Kanchipuram railway station, at a distance of 3-5 km from the temple. You can take the trains from the various major cities. There are facilities for public transport and private taxis from the temple.By RoadThe temple can be easily reached by the roadway. There are facilities of public transport and private ta
• Nearest Railway: to reach the temple?
• Nearest City: Chennai (75 km)

Major Festivals

• Diwali
• Holi
• Navratri
• Onam
• Brahmotsavam
• Aipassi Thiruvonam
• Alvar Utsavam
• Thai Magam

Sacred Mantras

• Usage: Chanted by devotees for spiritual well-being and blessings.
  Mantra: Om Namo Narayanaya
  Meaning: I surrender to Lord Narayana.
• Usage: Specific mantra for worshipping the presiding deity.
  Mantra: Om Yathokari Perumalaye Namaha
  Meaning: Salutations to Lord Yathokari Perumal.

Special Puja

Vaikunta Ekadasi festival special puja, Rama Navami, Krishna Janmashtami, and monthly Thiruvonam star pujas are conducted.

Unique Rituals

• Name: Thirumanjanam
  Timing: Daily during specific hours.
  Description: Abhishekam (ritual bathing) of the deity with various sacred ingredients like milk, curd, honey, and sandalwood paste.
• Name: Garland Offering
  Timing: Throughout the day.
  Description: Devotees offer garlands to the deity, seeking blessings.

Associated Legends

• Title: The Lord's Promise
  Narrative: पौराणिक कथाओं के अनुसार, एक बार एक भक्त ने भगवान विष्णु से प्रार्थना की कि वह उनके साथ हमेशा रहें। भगवान विष्णु ने भक्त की प्रार्थना स्वीकार की और उसी स्थान पर 'यथोक्तकारि' के रूप में विराजमान हो गए, जिसका अर्थ है 'जैसा कहा गया वैसा ही करने वाला'। यह कथा मंदिर के नाम और इसके महत्व को दर्शाती है।
• Title: Sage Vyasa's Penance
  Narrative: कहा जाता है कि महर्षि व्यास ने इस स्थान पर तपस्या की थी और भगवान विष्णु के दर्शन प्राप्त किए थे। उनकी तपस्या से प्रसन्न होकर भगवान विष्णु ने उन्हें वरदान दिया था कि इस स्थान पर आने वाले भक्तों की मनोकामनाएं अवश्य पूरी होंगी।

What Devotees Pray For

• Problem: विवाह संबंधी बाधाएं दूर करना
  Practice: विवाह के लिए प्रार्थना करना और विशेष पूजा में भाग लेना।
• Problem: संतान प्राप्ति की कामना
  Practice: भगवान विष्णु से संतान प्राप्ति के लिए आशीर्वाद मांगना।
• Problem: आर्थिक समृद्धि
  Practice: धन और समृद्धि के लिए लक्ष्मी नारायण की पूजा करना।

Miracles

Devotees often report experiencing a profound sense of peace and fulfillment after visiting the temple, attributing it to divine intervention.

Mysteries

The exact age of the central shrine and the origin of some ancient sculptures remain subjects of scholarly debate.

Scriptural References

• Text: Brahma Purana
  Context: Mentioned as one of the Divya Desams.
• Text: Vishnu Purana
  Context: Mentioned as one of the Divya Desams.
• Text: Nalayira Divya Prabandham
  Context: Hymned by Thirumangai Alvar.

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