GLORY OF SRIVILLIPUTHUR ANDAL TEMPLE

  

 

Thiruppavai is a Tamil work that is recited during the Margali festival season at the Srivilliputhur Andal Temple in Tamil Nadu: 

The Srivilliputhur Andal Temple in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu is a magnificent temple that's a symbol of devotion and a marvel of architecture: 

Architecture

The temple is a stunning example of Dravidian and Vaishnavite architecture, with a towering gopuram, one of the tallest in Tamil Nadu. The gopuram is decorated with intricate carvings and paintings and is featured in the Tamil Nadu government's emblem. 

History

The temple is believed to be the birthplace of Periyalvar and his foster daughter, Andal, two of the Alvars. It's also mentioned in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, a Tamil scripture written between the 6th and 9th centuries CE. 

Significance

The temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams, which are temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It's a major pilgrimage center close to devotees' hearts. 

Festivals

The temple hosts vibrant festivals that showcase cultural wealth. 

Other attractions

The temple also includes the birthplace of Goddess Andal, Vadapathrasayi, and Chakrathazhwar. 

 This temple, dedicated to the revered Andal, is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped as Vadabadrasai, and his consort Goddess Lakshmi as Andal.

The Srivilliputhur Andal Temple in Tamil Nadu celebrates Margazhi with a festival that includes a procession with the spreading of greenery: 

Pachchai Parathal: A procession that marks the beginning of the festival 

Bhakti: A festival that takes place at the Neeratti Mandapam, which is located near the temple 

 

Here Margazhi utsavam and Tiruppavvai recitation are held in a very grand manner.