Deity
Vishnu (Sthalasayana)
Main sanctum
श्री भक्तवत्सल पेरुमाळ
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple at Mamallapuram (Thirukkadalmallai) in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, is an ancient coastal Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu in the Sthalasayana form. The record notes Pallava-era roots and praise by Bhoothath Alvar, with Dravidian architectural identity.
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Mamallapuram, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 7th century CE
- Founder
- Pallava Dynasty
- Built under Pallava King Rajasimha in the late 7th century CE, this stone masonry temple represents early Dravidian structural architecture in the historic port city of Mamallapuram.
Significance
- Revered among the 108 Divya Desams praised by Thirumangai Alvar and Bhoothath Alvar, the presiding deity is depicted reclining on bare ground without a serpent couch, holding a lotus flower to honor Sage Pundarika.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Check approximate timings
Darshan is listed as 06:00–20:00 (approx.); verify any mid-day closures or special-day changes at the temple.
Allow extra time in peak season
Mamallapuram can be busy; keep buffer time for queues and local traffic.
Dress for temple and coast
Choose modest attire suitable for a Vishnu temple and carry light protection for sun/sea breeze when walking nearby.
Plan a calm darshan window
If possible, visit in the morning for a quieter experience compared to late evening rush.
Keep valuables secure
Carry minimal valuables and keep footwear/phone arrangements as per temple rules.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 03:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Varies (Tamil calendar) • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
Key annual festival period typically observed at Divya Desams; check the temple’s local schedule for exact dates.
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Important Vishnu festival day that often sees higher turnout; plan for longer darshan time.
Panguni (Mar–Apr) • 1 day
Panguni Uthiram
A widely observed Tamil-month festival day; temple-specific rituals and timings vary.
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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.
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple Mamallapuram | Thirukkadalmallai Divya Desam darshan
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