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Sri vadivazhagiya nambi perumal temple

Thiru Anbil Sri Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple - Thiru Anbil, or Sundararaja Perumal Temple (also called Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple), in Anbil, a village in the outskirts of Tiruchirappalli in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It is 5th divya desam which is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Sundararajan and his consort Lakshmi as Sundaravalli. The temple is located on the Northern bank of the river Kollidam, at a distance of 25 km (16 mi) from Trichy.

Timings

8 AM to 12.30 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM

Entry Fee

No Entry Fee

  1. Thiru Anbil Sri Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple - Thiru Anbil, or Sundararaja Perumal Temple (also called Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple), in Anbil, a village in the outskirts of Tiruchirappalli in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. 
  2. It is 5th divya desam which is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Sundararajan and his consort Lakshmi as Sundaravalli.
  3. The temple is believed to be built by king Sundara Chola of the 8th century AD.
  4. This temple is also known as ‘Pancha Ranga Kshetram' of Lord Vishnu.
  5. The temple is mentioned in the Naalayira Divya Prabandham, the ancient Tamil canon of the Alvar saints from the 6th-9th centuries CE.


History and Administration:



  1. The temple is located on the Northern bank of the river Kollidam, at a distance of 25 km (16 mi) from Trichy.
  2. King Sundara Chola, the ruler of the area, was a devotee of the temple. Upon his war victories, he donated immense wealth to this temple. 
  3. His prime minister Anirudha Brahmarayar is believed to be from Anbil, the village where the temple is located. 
  4. The temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu. 
  5. An Executive officer appointed by the Board manages the temple along with Srirangam Ranganathaswamy temple, Pundarikakshan Perumal Temple at Thiruvellarai, Sri Azhagiya Manavala Perumal Temple at Woraiyur and Mariamman Temple at Anbil. 
  6. Annadhanam scheme, which provides free food to devotees, is implemented in the temple by the Board. 
  7. Under the scheme, free food is offered to hundred devotees every day in the temple and the expenditure is fully funded by the contributions from devotees.


Temple’s History 1:


  1. As per Hindu legend, sage Sutaba or Mandoogam who was doing penance at this place. 
  2. He had powers to reside both in water and land. 
  3. He did not observe sage Durvasa, who was waiting for him. 
  4. Durvasa got irritated and cursed Sutaba to become a frog called mendakam in Sanskrit.
  5. Suthaba requested Durvasa for the penance he had to do to get relieved of the curse. 
  6. Durvasa explained to him that the curse was on account of the sin he committed in his previous birth and Vishnu would appear to him to relieve him. 
  7. Suthaba, as a frog, continued his penance under water in the Mendaka Theertham in the temple and Vishnu appeared to him as Sundararajan.


Temple’s History 2:


  1. Once Lord Brahma, the creator of the Universe thought to Himself that He is the sole reason for the world being so happy and beautiful, but Lord Vishnu advised Brahma to keep His cool, and not to show His ego. 
  2. Lord Brahma was unable to change Himself and so Lord Vishnu cursed him to go to Earth and take birth as a normal human being. 
  3. Lord Brahma who was born as a human being on the earth went to many Temples and worshipped in order to get rid of his curse. 
  4. At that time he saw a very handsome man who crisscrossed him a few times. Brahma thought that he had never seen such a handsome man till then. 
  5. Later he realised that the handsome man was none other than Lord Vishnu, who came down to show him that beauty is not stable and ego will demolish one’s life. 
  6. As Lord Vishnu showed mercy on Brahma and showed his Full Form or Avathar at this place it is called as Anbil where Anbu denotes Love in Tamil. 

Do's and Don'ts

  1. Dress respectfully: Wear modest clothing covering your shoulders and knees.
  2. Maintain silence: Observe silence within the temple premises.
  3. Remove footwear: Remove your shoes before entering the temple.
  4. Offer prayers sincerely: Pray with devotion and respect.
  5. Follow temple rituals: Adhere to the prescribed rituals and customs.
  6. Donate generously: Contribute to the temple's upkeep through donations.
  7. Respect others: Be mindful of other devotees and maintain order.


  1. Touch idols: Avoid touching the temple idols or deities.
  2. Take photographs inside: Refrain from taking photographs or videos inside the sanctum sanctorum.
  3. Consume non-vegetarian food: Avoid consuming non-vegetarian food within the temple premises.
  4. Engage in arguments: Refrain from engaging in arguments or disputes within the temple.
  5. Disturb rituals: Avoid disrupting the ongoing rituals or ceremonies.
  6. Litter: Keep the temple premises clean and avoid littering.


Dress Code

  1. Men can wear a traditional shirt or angavastram (a cloth draped over the shoulders).
  2. Women are encouraged to wear a saree or a salwar kameez. These are traditional and modest outfits that cover the body adequately.



How to reach

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By Air:

  1. Nearest Airport: The nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), which is about 35 kilometres from the temple.
  2. From the Airport: You can hire a taxi or take a bus from the airport to reach the temple.


By Train:

  1. Nearest Railway Station: The closest major railway station is Tiruchirappalli Junction, which is about 34 kilometres from the temple.
  2. From the Railway Station: You can hire a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or take a local bus to reach the temple. Another nearby railway station is Lalgudi, which is closer to Anbil but has fewer train services.


By Road:

  1. By Bus: Tiruchirappalli is well-connected by road. You can take a bus to Tiruchirappalli from major cities in Tamil Nadu and nearby states.
  2. From Tiruchirappalli Central Bus Stand, you can take a local bus heading towards Lalgudi or nearby villages and get down at Anbil.
  3. By Car/Taxi: You can hire a taxi or drive to the temple from Tiruchirappalli or other nearby cities.
  4. From Tiruchirappalli, take the Lalgudi road and follow the directions to Anbil village. The temple is well-signposted from the village centre.

Nearby Cities and Rivers

Nearby Rivers:


Kollidam River: Also known as Coleroon, it is a major distributary of the Kaveri River and flows near the temple.



Kaveri River: One of the major rivers in South India, the Kaveri River flows relatively close to the region and is significant in the cultural and religious landscape of Tamil Nadu.



Nearby Cities:



  1. Tiruchirappalli (Trichy): The nearest major city, located about 30 kilometres from the temple. Trichy is a significant cultural and historical city in Tamil Nadu, known for its temples, including the famous Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam.
  2. Thanjavur: Another important city located approximately 50 kilometres from the temple. Thanjavur is renowned for its rich history, art, and architecture, including the UNESCO World Heritage site Brihadeeswarar Temple.
  3. Karur: Located around 80 kilometres from the temple, Karur is known for its textile industries and ancient temples.