Deity
Vishnu (Kalamegha Perumal)
Main deity
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Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple at Thirumogur, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu is an ancient Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu as Kalamegha Perumal. The record highlights its fame for a Sudarshana Chakra shrine and notes Pandya association with Dravidian architectural style.
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Primary tag
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Thirumogur, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 6th Century CE
- Founder
- Early Pandya Kings
- Construction
- 6th - 16th Century CE
- Mentioned in classical Sangam literature, the temple was expanded during the Pandyan and Vijayanagara eras. The sanctuary features broad stone halls, sculpted granite pillars, and a multi-tiered entry tower overlooking a sacred temple tank.
Significance
- Revered for its extraordinary Chakrathazhwar (Sudarshana) shrine containing intricate carvings of 154 mantrik letters. Legend marks this site as the spot where Lord Vishnu assumed the Mohini avatar to distribute cosmic nectar (Amrita) to devas.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the approximate timing window
The record lists 05:30–20:30 as approximate. Keep buffer time for darshan and any queue variations.
Plan time for the Sudarshana Chakra shrine
Since the temple is noted for this shrine, allocate extra time to visit it without rushing.
Avoid peak crowd hours if possible
If your schedule allows, visit early morning for a calmer darshan experience.
Carry basic essentials
Bring water and simple weather protection for travel within Madurai district and temple approach.
Follow temple guidance
Observe on-site rules for entry, photography, and movement between shrines within the complex.
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
A widely observed Vishnu festival at Divya Desam temples; confirm local timings and entry arrangements.
Varies • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
Festival period with special worship; dates vary by temple calendar and local announcements.
Purattasi (approx.) • Weekly observance
Purattasi Saturdays
Seasonal Vishnu worship on Saturdays during Purattasi; expect higher footfall on key days.
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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
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Koodal Azhagiya Perumal Temple (Thirumogur) | Kalamegha Perumal Divya Desam
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