Deity
Vishnu (Vijayaraghava)
श्री विजयराघव पेरुमाळ
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple at Thiruputkuzhi in Kanchipuram district is a revered Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu as Vijayaraghava. The shrine is traditionally linked with the Ramayana, especially the episode of Jatayu Moksha, and follows Dravidian temple traditions.
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Architecture
Dravidian
Pallava-era roots
Location
Thiruputkuzhi, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 13th century CE
- Founder
- Pandya Dynasty
- The core stone temple was built by Pandya rulers during the 13th century, as evidenced by stone epigraphs, with later contributions from Chola and Vijayanagara kings. The site is historically noted as the birthplace of Yadava Prakasa and the early educational center of Sri Ramanuja.
Significance
- Praised by Thirumangai Alvar in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, this Divya Desam commemorates Lord Rama performing final rites for the vulture demigod Jatayu. The presiding deity holds Jatayu on his lap, and childless women perform special prayer vows with soaked pulses at Jatayu Theertham.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Visit window
Use the approximate temple hours: 06:00–20:00, and keep extra time for crowd flow.
Confirm on festival days
On special days, timings and entry flow may change; verify locally before starting.
Dress and decorum
Wear modest attire suitable for a Divya Desam and follow temple instructions inside the prakaram.
Plan a Divya Desam circuit
If you are in Kanchipuram district, consider grouping nearby Divya Desam visits to reduce travel time.
Carry essentials
Keep water and basic needs handy, especially for daytime travel between villages and temple areas.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
07:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Varies (Tamil calendar) • Multi-day
Brahmotsavam
A major annual temple festival period commonly observed at Vishnu temples; check local announcements for exact dates.
Margazhi (approx.) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
An important Vishnu observance; devotees plan early darshan due to higher footfall.
Chaitra (approx.) • 1 day
Rama Navami
Observed in many temples with Ramayana associations; enquire locally for special pujas.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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श्री विजयराघव पेरुमाळ
Vijayaraghava Perumal Temple
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