Deity
Vishnu (Uyyavantha Perumal)
Main deity
श्री उय्यवन्त पेरुमाळ्
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple is an ancient Divya Desam in Kerala, dedicated to Vishnu as Uyyavantha Perumal. The record associates it with the Chera period and notes Kerala temple architectural style, located at Thiruvithuvakkodu in Palakkad district.
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Thiruvithuvakkodu Uyyavantha Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Primary tag
Architecture
Kerala Temple Architecture
Style
Location
Thiruvithuvakkodu, Palakkad, Kerala
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 8th Century CE
- Founder
- Chera Dynasty
- Construction
- 8th - 14th Century CE
- Built in traditional Kerala style along the Bharathapuzha river, this shrine was extolled by Kulasekhara Alvar in his classical hymns. The architecture features timber-framed tiled roofs, granite basements, and sacred circumambulatory pathways.
Significance
- Uniquely houses four distinct shrines within one complex representing Vishnu, Shiva, Brahma, and Subramanya. Kulasekhara Alvar expressed profound surrender here, comparing his devotion to a child crying for its mother's protective embrace.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
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Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
05:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Dec–Jan • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A key Vishnu observance often important for Divya Desam pilgrims; check local announcements for exact arrangements.
Aug–Sep • 1 day
Janmashtami
Krishna-related festival commonly observed at Vishnu temples; local timing may vary.
Mar–Apr • 1 day
Rama Navami
Rama-related observance often included in Vishnu temple calendars; confirm the day’s schedule at the temple.
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