Deity
Vishnu (Appakkudathan)
Main deity & form
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Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple at Koviladi in Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, is an ancient Chola-era Divya Desam and a Pancharanga Kshetra. The shrine is famed in tradition for its Appam offering practice and worship of Vishnu as Appakkudathan.
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam • Pancharanga Kshetra
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian (Chola era)
Style & dynasty
Location
Koviladi, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founder
- Early Chola Dynasty
- Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple in Koviladi was constructed during the Early Chola period on an elevated bank of the Cauvery River. It is celebrated in Divya Prabandham hymns by Nammalvar, Thirumangai Alvar, Thirumazhisai Alvar, and Periyalvar. The temple underwent major repairs under Vijayanagara and Nayak rulers.
Significance
- This Divya Desam features Lord Vishnu in a reclining posture holding a pot of Appam (sweet delicacy) to relieve King Upamanyu of his curse. It is recognized as one of the Pancha Ranga Kshetrams along the Cauvery River. Nammalvar composed his final devotional verse at this sacred site.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Ask about Appam offering
Since the temple is noted for the Appam tradition, enquire at the temple counter about availability and procedure.
Use the full timing window
Timings are approximate (06:00–20:30). Plan your visit within this range and reconfirm on arrival.
Visit earlier for shorter queues
Morning hours are often easier for darshan; adjust based on local crowd patterns.
Carry cash for offerings
Keep small denominations handy for prasadam/offerings and local purchases near the temple.
Travel with clear location info
Share ‘Koviladi, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu’ with drivers or public transport staff to avoid confusion.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A key Vishnu festival day often observed with special darshan arrangements; confirm the temple’s specific schedule at Koviladi.
Varies • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
A multi-day temple festival period; dates and rituals vary by local calendar and temple tradition.
Panguni (Mar–Apr) • 1 day
Panguni Uthiram
Seasonal festival day commonly observed in Tamil Nadu; check local announcements for Koviladi celebrations.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Appakkudathaan Perumal Temple Koviladi | Pancharanga Kshetra Divya Desam
Divya Desam Diaries• 9:20
Watch on YouTubeKoviladi Appakkudathaan Temple | Appam offering tradition explained
Tamil Temple Stories• 7:05
Watch on YouTubeAppakkudathaan Perumal Temple | Chola-era Dravidian architecture tour
Heritage Walks India• 13:40
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