Deity
Vishnu (Kallapiran)
Main sanctum
श्री कल्लपिरान पेरुमाळ
Kallapiran Temple
Kallapiran Temple at Srivaikuntam in Thoothukudi district is an ancient Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu as Kallapiran. The shrine is noted for its traditional deity name celebrated by Nammalvar, and it reflects the Dravidian architectural style associated with the Pandya era.
Kallapiran Temple
Kallapiran Temple
Kallapiran Temple
Kallapiran Temple
Kallapiran Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Vaishnava shrine
Architecture
Dravidian
Temple style
Location
Srivaikuntam, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 9th Century CE
- Founder
- Pandya Dynasty
- Construction
- 9th - 16th Century CE
- Constructed under Pandyan rule, the temple functioned as a fortress during regional warfare in the 18th century. Sacred lore recounts that Lord Vishnu took the form of a thief (Kalla) to protect a devout follower falsely accused of theft before the king.
Significance
- Renowned for its carved stone corridors and life-size Yali statues dating to the Vijayanagara period. Hailed by Nammalvar, the deity Kallapiran symbolizes divine mercy and protective justice for all faithful seekers.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the recorded full-day window
The record lists approximate hours of 05:30–20:30; choose a time that suits your travel and crowd preference.
Plan around Divya Desam itinerary
If you are doing a Divya Desam route in the region, keep Srivaikuntam as a planned stop and allocate sufficient travel time within Thoothukudi district.
Keep darshan time flexible
On special observance days, queues can be longer; avoid tight schedules if you have onward travel.
Respect temple customs
Maintain modest dress and follow instructions near the sanctum and queue areas.
Carry basic essentials
Bring water and any required personal items, especially if you are visiting multiple shrines in one day.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikunta Ekadasi
A key Vaishnava observance when Divya Desam temples typically see special worship and larger crowds.
Varies • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
A multi-day festival period generally associated with special rituals and processions.
Purattasi (Sep–Oct) • Weekly
Purattasi Saturdays (observance)
A commonly observed period for Vishnu temples when devotees often plan additional visits.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Kallapiran Temple Srivaikuntam | Divya Desam Vishnu Temple
Tamil Temple Journeys• 10:40
Watch on YouTubeSrivaikuntam Kallapiran Perumal | Nammalvar Connection Explained
Bhakti Notes• 7:35
Watch on YouTubeDravidian Architecture in Srivaikuntam Temple | Walkthrough
Heritage Lens India• 13:15
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