Oppiliappan Temple is a Hindu temple devoted to Vishnu that is situated close to Thirunageswaram. It was formerly known as Thiruvinnagar, a village outside of Kumbakonam in the Tamil Nadu state of South India. The temple was built in the Dravidian architectural style and is exalted in the early medieval Tamil canon of the Alvar saints from the sixth to the ninth centuries CE, known as Naalayira Divya Prabandham. With regard to the 108 Divya Desams devoted to Vishnu, it is ranked as the 60th. As Oppiliappan, Vishnu is revered, and as Bhudevi, his consort Lakshmi.
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- History/Legend of the Temple The Brahmanda Purana, a Hindu text, mentions the temple's legend. In order to become closer to the divine Vishnu, Tulasi once performed penance. In response, Vishnu said that in Tiruvinnagaram, his consort Lakshmi will show herself beneath Tulasi's lap. In the location of the temple, Tulasi manifested as a plant. The 53rd stanza of Nammazhwaar in Thiruviruththam makes reference to this. Worshiping Vishnu, the sage Markandeya wished to have Vishnu as his son-in-law and Lakshmi as his daughter. Markandeya once believed that Thiruvinnagaram was the ideal location to fulfill his wish while on a religious pilgrimage. In order to obtain Lakshmi's blessings, Markandeya began a rigorous penance that lasted for a thousand years. When Lakshmi was a newborn, she emerged beneath the Tulasi plant. The infant was raised by Markandeya, who identified her as Lakshmi. On the panguni month of Shravana, when the little girl had reached adolescence, Vishnu showed up as an elderly man and asked her to marry him. replied, "You are very ripe and old, my daughter is too young and she does not even know how to cook with proper salt contents" , to which the elderly gentleman responded, "If your daughter must cook without salt, then I will still take it as my best food, but I will not leave from here without marrying her" . After asking Vishnu for assistance, Markandeya discovered through his penance that the elderly man was actually Vishnu. He opened his eyes to see Vishnu in his actual cosmic form. Vishnu wedded Markandeya's daughter. According to the tale, salt is never used in the preparation of the temple's Neyvethiyam (food offering). This narrative gave rise to the moniker Oppiliappan.
- Name of the Deities Lord Vishnu (Worshiped as Oppiliappan ). Lord Lakshmi (Worshiped as Bhudevi) & Markandeya.
- Nearby Cities and Distance Thanjavur - (54km). Trichy - (112km). Karaikal - (51km).
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car. Bus. Train.
- Duration (from the nearest city) Thanjavur (54min).
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... A taxi from Kumbakonam to Thanjavur costs around Rs 11 per kilometer Train (1hr 32m) - Rs.120-800 Taxi (40min) - Rs. 900-1100 Drive (40min) - Rs. 463-668
- Temple Instructions Ethnic clothing is preferred by women in general for temple attire. Included in this are long Anarkali Kurtis, sarees for temple use, and kurta sets with dupatta. The dress code for men is a shirt and trousers, a dhoti, or pyjamas with a top.
- Special Days and Special Happenings The temple is a year-round destination for pilgrims. Annually, in April or May, Ramanavami is celebrated in a spectacular fashion. The Ramanavami festival's two main events are Thirukalyanam and Kanakibishekam. For ten days, this temple throws a lavish celebration of Sri Ramanavami, complete with dance and music performances. On the last day, thousands of devotees attend the magnificent ceremonies of Rama Pattabhishekam and Kanakabhishekam.
- Rituals Available Ear piercing. Conduct a wedding. Ayushahoma. Thulabaram.
- Offerings In order to show their thanks and devotion to the gods, devotees present them with fruits and flowers. Brahmahathi dosham can be helped by sandal and kumkum. Bell, deepkal, and dopakal can all aid with sin relief. Additionally, they place salt and black peppers at Lord Narayana's feet to treat skin conditions.
- Prasadham The temple does not use salt when preparing the prasadam. Prasadams are offered to the Lord, including Adhirasam, Vada, Chakkarai Pongal, Pongal, Curd Rice, and Tamarind Rice. According to temple tradition, the god is served food free of salt and sourness every day (Puli, which is Tamil for tamarind).
- Benefits of Visiting Create a calm and soothing environment. The atmosphere of the temple is calm and upbeat.
- Is this temple a Paadal Petra Sthalam? No
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- Other things to do / places of interest Mahamaham tank (3.4 miles). Sri Vittal Rukmini Samsthan (3.8miles). Srinivasa Ramanujan Monument (3.2 miles).
- Nearby Temples Airavatesvara Temple, Viswanatha Swamy Temple. Sarangapani Temple. Thiruvidaimarudur Mahalinga Swamy Temple. Nageswaran Temple Kumbakonam Town.
- Nearby Eateries Venkataramana. Thanmayi Restaurant. Ahaaram Multicuisine Veg Restaurant. Rice N Spice. Sri Mangalambika Vilas Coffee Hotel.
- Hotels / Home stays: Hotel BRR, Shri Krish Residency. Vishnu high tech rooms (AC). ABOORVA GRAND INN. Oppili Residency.
- Standard Weather It is hot and humid all year round, with overcast skies during the wet season and windy, usually cloudy conditions throughout the dry season. Winter is the ideal time of year to visit this shrine.
- For the best experience / Must know In Naalayira Divya Prabandham, the Vaishnava canon of the 7th to 9th centuries, Periyalvar, Thirumangai Alvar, and Nammalvar all honor the shrine. As one of the 108 Vishnu temples that are considered sacred in the Vaishnava canon, the temple is categorized as a Divya Desam. It is thought that the temple was constructed in the eighth century AD under the reign of the Cholas, and it was finished by the Thanjavur Nayaks. The temple has a five-tiered gopuram. Additionally, the temple has two Chola-era inscriptions.
- Not to miss This temple's Vimanam, known as the Suddhananda Vimanam, is covered in gold plating. Ahorathra Pushkarani, also known as Pagalira Poigai, is a huge sacred tank. Within the Temple's grounds, there is a designated space for performing the Divine Kumkum. A Ghoshala is located inside the Temple premises.
- Note for Travelers Kumbakonam is 10 km apart from Nachiyar Koil (Tirunaraiyur), while Oppiliappan Koil is 6 km away. Kumbakonam and Oppiliappan Koil both have a large number of town buses. Thiruchcherai is on the Kumbakonam-Thiruvarur bus route and is 5 km from Nachchiar Koil. There are town buses from Kumbakonam. Thiruchcherai, Oppiliappan Koil, and Nachiyar Koil can all be visited in a single day. Thiruadhanur, Thirupullambhuthangkudi, and Thirukkavithathalam can be visited the next day. It is possible to spend a single evening touring the Chakrapani, Sarangapani, and Ramaswamy temples in Kumbakonam.
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What is the Oppiliappan temple's Sravana Deepam?
Every month on the day of Tamil star Thiruvonam, the temple celebrates Sravan Deepam. On that day, followers observe a fast known as Sravana Vratham, which entails eating only unsalted food.
What are the Oppiliappan Temple's contact details?
Temple Phone Number: S.Sridharan Bhattachariar - 0435 - 2463589, T. Kannan Bhattachariar - 79048 - 68454, Srikanth Bhattachariar - 94435 - 15323, Dwarakanathan Bhattachariar - 98945 - 29695, Manivannan Bhattachariar - 94867 - 68444, 0435 - 2463385, 0435 - 2464260, 0435 - 2463685 and 94860 58667.
When Is Oppiliappan the Best Time to Visit?
The annual Chariot Festival, also known as the Panguni Festival, takes place in March and April, making the temple the most accessible during that time. To participate in the celebrations, which are decked out with vibrant lights and decorations, thousands of pilgrims and visitors flock to the temple.
What's the route to Kumbakonam's Oppiliappan Temple?
The closest railway station to the temple, which is 7 km away, is Kumbakonam. A taxi or autorickshaw can be rented. The town is fifteen minutes' drive from the temple. The closest bus stop is Kumbakonam Bus Stand, from which you can catch a bus straight to the address of the Oppiliappan temple. Tiruchirappalli International Airport, which is 106 kilometers away from the temple, is the closest airport. To go to Thirunageswaram from Tiruchirappalli airport, take a bus or taxi to Kumbakonam. A train that travels directly from Thanjavur to Tirunagesvaram is available. Services run daily and leave four times a day. The trip takes about one hour and five minutes.
