Deity
Vishnu (Kalvar)
Main deity
श्री कार्वनम् पेरुमाळ्
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine is an ancient Divya Desam in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, associated with the city’s sacred Vaishnava heritage. The temple is dedicated to Vishnu in the form of Kalvar and is noted in records as a Pallava-era Dravidian shrine.
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
District/State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 8th century CE
- Founder
- Pallava Dynasty
- Preserved inside the inner prakaram of Ulagalantha Perumal Temple, this shrine represents an ancient Divya Desam whose original independent complex was integrated during medieval expansions.
Significance
- Listed as one of the 108 Divya Desams praised in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the deity Kalvar (Navaneetha Chora) symbolizes Lord Vishnu gently stealing away the worldly attachments of his devotees.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Confirm darshan hours
Timings are marked approximate (06:00–20:00). Verify opening/closing times locally, especially on festival days.
Plan for Kanchipuram temple circuits
As this is in Kanchipuram, consider grouping visits with nearby Divya Desam/Perumal shrines to reduce travel time.
Dress and conduct
Wear modest attire suitable for a traditional temple and follow queue and sanctum-entry instructions on site.
Best time to visit
Arrive earlier in the day to avoid peak crowding and to allow time for unhurried darshan.
Carry essentials
Keep water, basic sun/rain protection, and minimal valuables for a smoother temple visit.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (approx.) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Observed as a major Vishnu festival day; confirm local schedule at the temple.
Varies • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
Commonly celebrated in Vishnu temples; exact dates may vary by local calendar.
Varies • 1 day
Krishna Jayanthi
A devotional observance for Krishna; check temple announcements for timings.
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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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श्री कार्वनम् पेरुमाळ्
Kaarvanam Perumal Shrine
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