Deity
Vishnu (Deepa Prakasa)
Main sanctum
श्री दीपप्रकाश
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple is a Divya Desam in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, dedicated to Vishnu as Deepa Prakasa. The record describes the deity as the divine light of knowledge and notes an ancient Dravidian temple tradition with Pallava-era association.
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Vaishnava sacred site
Architecture
Dravidian
Ancient; Pallava-linked
Location
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Kanchipuram district
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 8th century CE
- Founder
- Pallava Dynasty
- Constructed during the Pallava period in the 8th century CE, the temple includes subsequent stone inscriptions from Chola and Vijayanagara rulers. It is historically celebrated as the birthplace of the Sri Vaishnava philosopher Vedanta Desika.
Significance
- Eulogized by Thirumangai Alvar in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, this Divya Desam depicts Lord Vishnu as Deepa Prakasa, who manifested as divine light to dispel cosmic darkness created to disrupt Lord Brahma's yajna.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Verify daily schedule
The record lists 06:00–20:00 as approximate; confirm exact darshan hours when you arrive.
Combine with nearby Kanchipuram shrines
Kanchipuram has multiple major temples; plan a route to reduce travel time between stops.
Keep footwear rules in mind
Follow temple instructions for footwear removal and storage before entering inner areas.
Choose a quieter time window
If you prefer less crowding, try early morning visits within the listed opening window.
Respect photography guidance
Ask locally before taking photos, especially near the sanctum and during rituals.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
07:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A widely observed Vishnu festival at Divya Desam temples; local rituals and timings vary.
Varies • Multi-day
Brahmotsavam
Annual temple festival period commonly celebrated; check the temple noticeboard for dates.
Karthigai (Nov–Dec) • 1 day
Deepam / Karthigai Deepam
Festival of lamps aligns naturally with the ‘light’ theme; confirm local observance details on-site.
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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.
Deepa Prakasa Perumal Temple Thiruthanka | Kanchipuram Divya Desam
Divya Desam Diaries• 12:05
Watch on YouTubeSri Deepa Prakasa Perumal Darshan | Thiruthanka Temple Kanchipuram
Bhakti Travelogue• 9:30
Watch on YouTubeKanchipuram Vaishnava Temples: Thiruthanka Deepa Prakasa Perumal
South India Temple Guide• 15:20
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