Deity
Vishnu (Veeraraghava)
श्री वीरराघव पेरुमाळ
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple at Tiruvallur is a Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu as Veeraraghava. The record describes it as an important healing shrine, associated with Pallava patronage and Dravidian architecture, with approximate daily timings extending from early morning to night.
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Architecture
Dravidian
Pallava-linked
Location
Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu
Tiruvallur district
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 8th century CE
- Founder
- Pallava Dynasty
- The temple was initiated by the Pallavas during the late 8th century CE and received major masonry expansions from Vijayanagara and Thanjavur Nayak rulers. Inscriptions record land grants by Kulothunga Chola I, Vijayanagara kings, and the 13th seer of Ahobila Matha, which maintains administration of the shrine.
Significance
- Glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by Thirumangai Alvar and Thirumalisai Alvar, this 108 Divya Desam shrines Vishnu reclining on Adisesha. Known as Vaidya Veeraraghavar, the deity is venerated for curing incurable illnesses, with pilgrims offering brass organ sheets and jaggery into the sacred tank.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Reconfirm opening hours
Timings are approximate in the source (05:30–21:00). Verify on arrival, especially on festival days.
Plan for a focused darshan
As the record notes a healing-shrine significance, many pilgrims prefer a quieter visit earlier in the day.
Keep essentials handy
Carry water and basic necessities; allow time for queues during peak hours.
Follow temple instructions
Observe entry rules, queue discipline, and any photography restrictions posted at the temple.
Allow buffer time
If you are visiting multiple Divya Desams in the region, keep extra time for travel and darshan.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A key Vishnu festival widely observed at Divya Desam temples; confirm local arrangements and timings.
Varies • Multiple days
Brahmotsavam
Festival period with special worship; dates vary by temple calendar and year.
Panguni • 1 day
Panguni Uthiram
Seasonal observance often celebrated in Vishnu temples; check the temple notice board for details.
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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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