In the holy city of Kanchipuram stands the divyadesam of
Azhagiya Singar Perumal, revered in the hymns of the Alwar(Azhvar) saints. The
presiding deity is Narasimhar, the half lion-half man incarnation of the Lord
to annihilate the demons. The temple is believed to have been built by the
Pallavas in the late 8th century AD, with contributions from Cholas and
Vijayanagar kings. The inscriptions is the temple sate back to the reign of
Kulothunga Chola and Rajadhiraja Chola
Location TamilNadu, Kanchipuram, Chennai
Legend
The legend regarding
the temple revolves around a yagna conducted by Lord Brahma. Goddess
Saraswathy, angry that she was not a part of it, sent demons to create
obstruction. Lord Vishnu defeated the
deomons so that the yang could go on smoothly. She sent an asura named
Kapalika, and the Lord took the form of Narasimha to kill him. The Lord then
decided to stay here to protect his devotees from evil. Sage Brugu his said to have worshipped
Perumal in this temple.
This temple is part of the famous Kanchipuram Divya Desam
Yatra.
Architecture
The temple is built in Dravidian style, with Pallava and
Chola influences. The gopuram is tiered and has sculptures. The main deity is
Sri Azhagiya Singar in standing posture.The temple also has shrine for
Amruthavalli and Garuda. A granite wall encloses the shrines and the temple
ponds. The shrine's structure has faded over the years from its earlier
fineness.
Culture
Kanchipuram, in the state of Tamil Nadu is one of the important
religious places in India and a holy pilgrimage site for both Saivites and
Vaishnavites. Historically, it was a centre for education and popular for the
architectural beauty of its temples. Silk saree weaving is a major industry and
Kanchipuram pattu(silk) is famous all around the country.
Darsan Info
Sri Azhagiya Singar Perumal Temple timings : 7 AM to 10.30
AM and in the evening from 5 PM to 7.30 PM.
Darsan Dresscode
Devotees are advised to wear clean and conservative attire.
Western dresses are not allowed in the temples of Tamil Nadu
Famous Festival
September - Janmashtami (Aug/Sept)
December - Vaikunta Ekadashi
Temple Rituals
The priests perform regular pujas and rituals to the deity.
The temple has six various rituals performed through the day.
Special Rituals
Devotees perform Tirumanjanam to Lord Perumal and offer
clothes
Additional Info
Hotel Raja Ganapathy
Indian Coffee house
Hotel Srinivasa
Supermarket : Available
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