BLOGS Stay Near Arulmigu Papanasa Nathar Temple, Papanasam | Nava Kailayam 1st Temple — Surya (Sun) Sthalam Nava Kailasam Temples May 4, 2026 Thirupuliyangudi Perumal Temple Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, located in the village of Thirukolur in Thoothukudi district, is the eighth temple of the sacred Nava Tirupati circuit dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by the Alvar saints, and is associated with the planet Angaraka (Mars) and also known as Kuberasthalam. This is the home temple of Ananta Vihara — our homestay is located just a 2-minute walk from this sacred shrine at 1/42 Mutharamanan Kovil Street, Thirukolur. Pilgrims staying with us can attend early morning prayers, evening aarthi, and all festivals without any travel — truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience for devoted pilgrims. The presiding deity Vaithamanidhi Perumal is in a reclining posture on Adisesha facing East, resting his head on a Marakkal — a wooden measuring vessel meant for measuring wealth. He is looking at the palm of his left hand as if watching over the location of wealth. He is said to hold the Nava Nidhis — the nine forms of divine wealth — under his right shoulder. The festival deity (Urchava Murthy) is hailed as Nishepavithan, who stands in a four-armed posture with Sridevi and Bhudevi. On the Lord’s right is the shrine dedicated to Kolurvalli Thayar (Sridevi) and to his left is Kumudha Valli Thayar (Bhudevi). A granite wall surrounds the temple, enclosing all its shrines. The Rajagopuram, the temple’s gateway tower, is three-tiered in structure. The Vimana above the sanctum is called the Srikara Vimana. The temple’s history traces back to the Chola period, with the oldest inscriptions dating to the reign of Raja Raja I (late 10th–early 11th century CE). The original structure was later refurbished by Rani Mangammal (1689–1704 CE). The Meaning — Why “Vaithamanidhi”? The name Vaithamanidhi means “Possessor of Treasures” — the Lord who safeguarded Kubera’s nine forms of wealth when he was cursed. It is believed that people who pray here are blessed with great wealth and recovery of lost fortunes. The Legend — Kubera & the Nine Forms of Wealth Kubera, the lord of wealth, once cast a lustful glance at Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. An enraged Shiva cursed Kubera to lose the sight in one eye, lose his nine forms of wealth, and roam in a terrible form. The nine forms of wealth of Kubera immediately sought refuge at the feet of Lord Vishnu in Thirukolur on the banks of the Thamirabarani River. Repenting for his sin, Kubera sought the aid of Lord Shiva, who directed him to Goddess Parvati. Parvati then instructed Kubera to go to Thirukolur and perform penance to Lord Vishnu, where his nine forms of wealth had already sought refuge. Kubera performed severe austerities in Thirukolur. Lord Vishnu, pleased with Kubera’s penance, appeared before him and bestowed redemption from the curse, granting a part of the wealth that he had lost. Lord Vishnu in Thirukolur thus came to be hailed as Vaithamanidhi Perumal for safeguarding Kubera’s nine forms of wealth. The Legend of Dharmagupta — Wealth Through Devotion Dharmagupta, a person with eight children who was in utter poverty, sought the refuge of his Guru Bhartbaja, who revealed that in his previous life he had lied to the king regarding his fortune and had not used his wealth righteously. The Guru directed him to go to Thirukolur and worship Vaithamanidhi Perumal. Following his Guru’s instructions, Dharmagupta worshipped here and received the grace of the Lord, who absolved him of his sins and blessed him with wealth — putting an end to his poverty forever. Birthplace of Madhurakavi Alvar Thirukolur is the birthplace of Madhurakavi Alvar — one of the twelve celebrated poet saints of Vaishnavism. Madhurakavi Alvar was an ardent devotee of Nammalvar and his sacred songs are eternally linked to this holy place. The temple has a special shrine dedicated to Madhurakavi Alvar within its precincts — making Thirukolur a town of immense Vaishnava heritage. Navagraha Significance — Sevvai (Mars) Sthalam The temple is associated with the planet Angaraka (Mars / Sevvai) and is known as a Sevvai Dosha Parihara Sthalam — a sacred place for relief from the adverse effects of Mars. Chandra, the Moon God, is also believed to have been relieved of his curse by praying at this temple. Devotees pray here for: Relief from Sevvai (Mars) dosha Recovery of lost wealth and property Removal of financial difficulties Blessings for childless couples Academic excellence for students Success in litigation and legal matters Relief from Kubera dosha & ancestral curses Special Day: Tuesday (Sevvai Kilamai) prayers are considered most powerful here. Architecture Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, all the shrines of the temple are located within a rectangular granite structure with two prakarams. The temple has an imposing image of Vishnu in Sayana posture, with a lotus stalk emerging from his navel bearing an image of Brahma. The feet of the deity can be viewed through a special passage. Temple Open Hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Six poojas performed daily) Major Festivals The Avani Festival, held during the Tamil month of Avani (August–September), is a 10-day Brahmotsavam commemorating the avatar day of the deity on Punarvasu Nakshatra. It includes daily morning and evening processions of Vaithamanidhi Perumal on different vehicles, culminating in Garuda Sevai on the fifth night and a grand chariot procession through the four streets surrounding the temple. Vaikuntha Ekadashi, spanning 10 days in the Tamil month of Margazhi (December–January), opens the Vaikuntha Vasal (celestial gate) allowing devotees symbolic entry into Vishnu’s abode. The festival features elaborate processions, recitations of sacred texts, and night-long vigils with special abhishekam of the deity. The Nammalvar Garuda Sevai in Vaikasi (May–June) honors Alvar saint Nammalvar through a unique collective ritual across all Nava Tirupati temples. The festival idols from all nine temples, including Vaithamanidhi Perumal, are
Stay Close to Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, Thirukolur | Ananta Vihara | Just 2 Minutes Away!
BLOGS Stay Close to Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, Thirukolur | Ananta Vihara — Just 2 Minutes Away! Nava Tirupathi Temples April 30, 2026 Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, located in the village of Thirukolur in Thoothukudi district, is the eighth temple of the sacred Nava Tirupati circuit dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by the Alvar saints, and is associated with the planet Angaraka (Mars) and also known as Kuberasthalam. This is the home temple of Ananta Vihara our homestay is located just a 2-minute walk from this sacred shrine at 1/42 Mutharamanan Kovil Street, Thirukolur. Pilgrims staying with us can attend early morning prayers, evening aarthi, and all festivals without any travel truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience for devoted pilgrims. The presiding deity Vaithamanidhi Perumal is in a reclining posture on Adisesha facing East, resting his head on a Marakkal a wooden measuring vessel meant for measuring wealth. He is looking at the palm of his left hand as if watching over the location of wealth. He is said to hold the Nava Nidhis the nine forms of divine wealth under his right shoulder. The festival deity (Urchava Murthy) is hailed as Nishepavithan, who stands in a four-armed posture with Sridevi and Bhudevi. On the Lord’s right is the shrine dedicated to Kolurvalli Thayar (Sridevi) and to his left is Kumudha Valli Thayar (Bhudevi). A granite wall surrounds the temple, enclosing all its shrines. The Rajagopuram, the temple’s gateway tower, is three-tiered in structure. The Vimana above the sanctum is called the Srikara Vimana. The temple’s history traces back to the Chola period, with the oldest inscriptions dating to the reign of Raja Raja I (late 10th–early 11th century CE). The original structure was later refurbished by Rani Mangammal (1689–1704 CE). The Meaning — Why “Vaithamanidhi”? The name Vaithamanidhi means “Possessor of Treasures” the Lord who safeguarded Kubera’s nine forms of wealth when he was cursed. It is believed that people who pray here are blessed with great wealth and recovery of lost fortunes. The Legend — Kubera & the Nine Forms of Wealth Kubera, the lord of wealth, once cast a lustful glance at Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. An enraged Shiva cursed Kubera to lose the sight in one eye, lose his nine forms of wealth, and roam in a terrible form. The nine forms of wealth of Kubera immediately sought refuge at the feet of Lord Vishnu in Thirukolur on the banks of the Thamirabarani River. Repenting for his sin, Kubera sought the aid of Lord Shiva, who directed him to Goddess Parvati. Parvati then instructed Kubera to go to Thirukolur and perform penance to Lord Vishnu, where his nine forms of wealth had already sought refuge. Kubera performed severe austerities in Thirukolur. Lord Vishnu, pleased with Kubera’s penance, appeared before him and bestowed redemption from the curse, granting a part of the wealth that he had lost. Lord Vishnu in Thirukolur thus came to be hailed as Vaithamanidhi Perumal for safeguarding Kubera’s nine forms of wealth. The Legend of Dharmagupta — Wealth Through Devotion Dharmagupta, a person with eight children who was in utter poverty, sought the refuge of his Guru Bhartbaja, who revealed that in his previous life he had lied to the king regarding his fortune and had not used his wealth righteously. The Guru directed him to go to Thirukolur and worship Vaithamanidhi Perumal. Following his Guru’s instructions, Dharmagupta worshipped here and received the grace of the Lord, who absolved him of his sins and blessed him with wealth putting an end to his poverty forever. Birthplace of Madhurakavi Alvar Thirukolur is the birthplace of Madhurakavi Alvar one of the twelve celebrated poet saints of Vaishnavism. Madhurakavi Alvar was an ardent devotee of Nammalvar and his sacred songs are eternally linked to this holy place. The temple has a special shrine dedicated to Madhurakavi Alvar within its precincts making Thirukolur a town of immense Vaishnava heritage. Navagraha Significance — Sevvai (Mars) Sthalam The temple is associated with the planet Angaraka (Mars / Sevvai) and is known as a Sevvai Dosha Parihara Sthalam a sacred place for relief from the adverse effects of Mars. Chandra, the Moon God, is also believed to have been relieved of his curse by praying at this temple. Devotees pray here for: Relief from Sevvai (Mars) dosha Recovery of lost wealth and property Removal of financial difficulties Blessings for childless couples Academic excellence for students Success in litigation and legal matters Relief from Kubera dosha & ancestral curses Special Day: Tuesday (Sevvai Kilamai) prayers are considered most powerful here. Architecture Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, all the shrines of the temple are located within a rectangular granite structure with two prakarams. The temple has an imposing image of Vishnu in Sayana posture, with a lotus stalk emerging from his navel bearing an image of Brahma. The feet of the deity can be viewed through a special passage. Temple Open Hours: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Temple Contact: 4639 273 902 Major Festivals Six daily rituals and three yearly festivals are held at the temple. The ten-day annual Vaikuntha Ekadashi during the Tamil month of Margazhi (December–January) and the Nammalvar birth celebrations with Garuda Sevai with all nine Nava Tirupati temples are the most prominent. The Garuda Sevai Utsavam in the month of Vaikasi (May–June) witnesses nine Garudasevai a spectacular event in which festival idols from all nine Nava Tirupati shrines are brought on Garuda vahanas. An idol of Nammalvar is also brought here on a palanquin and his pasurams dedicated to each of the nine temples are recited. Other key festivals: Panguni Pournami — March–April (Special — the day Bhudevi offered the earrings!) Vaikuntha Ekadashi — December–January (10 days) Brahmotsavam — Vaikasi (May–June) Nammalvar Birth Celebrations How to Reach From Distance Route Tirunelveli ~38 km Bus / Taxi Alwarthirunagari ~5 km Auto / Taxi Tiruchendur ~25 km
