Deity
Vishnu (Kudamadu Koothan)
Main sanctum
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Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple is a Vishnu Divya Desam shrine at Thirunangur in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. Revered as one of the celebrated Thirunangur Divya Desams, it is associated with the deity form Kudamadu Koothan and reflects an ancient Chola-era Dravidian temple tradition.
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam (Thirunangur)
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian; Chola-era
Style & dynasty
Location
Thirunangur, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founder
- Chola Dynasty
- Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple was constructed during the Chola period as part of the 11 sacred Thirunangur Divya Desam shrines. Praised by Thirumangai Alvar, it displays classic village-style Chola granite masonry.
Significance
- The temple enshrines Lord Vishnu as Kudamadu Koothan in a sitting posture, celebrating his divine pot-dance performed in Vrindavan. It is an integral participant in the famous annual Thirunangur 11 Garuda Sevai festival. Devotees visit seeking removal of ancestral obstacles.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Confirm darshan hours
Timings are marked approximate (06:00–19:30). Recheck locally before arriving.
Plan for Thirunangur circuit
As a Thirunangur Divya Desam, it can be visited along with nearby Divya Desam shrines in the same locality.
Carry essentials for temple visits
Keep water, basic medicines, and sun/rain protection suitable for travel within Mayiladuthurai district.
Allow buffer time
Keep extra time for queues and for moving between shrines in Thirunangur.
Respect temple decorum
Follow on-site instructions for entry, photography, and conduct within the temple premises.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
08:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Dec–Jan • Major observance
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A key Vishnu festival with expanded darshan participation.
Aug–Sep • Festival day
Janmashtami
Krishna devotion includes special puja and cultural observances.
Mar–Apr • Festival day
Rama Navami
Scriptural recitation and ceremonial worship mark this observance.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Arimeya Vinnagaram Temple
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