What is the significance of Sarangapani Temple?

It is one of the 108 Divya Desams and the largest Vishnu temple in Kumbakonam. The main sanctum is designed in the shape of a chariot (ratha vimana), which is architecturally unique. It is the birthplace of Koorathazhwan, a key disciple of Ramanuja.

What are the darshan timings?

The temple is open from 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily.

Can I visit Sarangapani and Adi Kumbeswarar on the same day?

Yes, both temples are in Kumbakonam town, less than 1 km apart. You can easily visit both along with other Kumbakonam temples in a single day.

What is the significance of Sarangapani Temple?

It is one of the 108 Divya Desams and the largest Vishnu temple in Kumbakonam. The main sanctum is designed in the shape of a chariot (ratha vimana), which is architecturally unique. It is the birthplace of Koorathazhwan, a key disciple of Ramanuja.

What are the darshan timings?

The temple is open from 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily.

Can I visit Sarangapani and Adi Kumbeswarar on the same day?

Yes, both temples are in Kumbakonam town, less than 1 km apart. You can easily visit both along with other Kumbakonam temples in a single day.

DIVYA DESAM

Sarangapani Temple

Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu

Main God

Lord Vishnu

Timings

6:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Location

Kumbakonam

Type

DIVYA DESAM

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About Sarangapani Temple

Sarangapani Temple in Kumbakonam is the largest Vaishnava temple in the city and one of the 108 Divya Desams. The temple has an impressive 11-tier Rajagopuram standing at 173 feet, making it one of the tallest in South India. It was built by the Chola dynasty.

Darshan Timings

Opens at 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM

morning6:30 AM - 12:00 PM

evening4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Darshan Guide

Enter through the 11-tier Gopuram

Enter through the magnificent 11-tier Rajagopuram, the tallest in Kumbakonam, into this important Divya Desam.

Darshan of Lord Sarangapani

Visit the main sanctum to see Lord Vishnu as Sarangapani (bearer of the Saranga bow), in a standing posture inside a chariot-shaped sanctum (ratha vimana).

Visit Komalavalli Thayar Shrine

Visit the separate shrine of Goddess Komalavalli Nachiyar, the consort of Sarangapani.

Explore the Prakarams

Walk through the vast temple complex exploring the various mandapams and sub-shrines dedicated to Alvars and Vaishnavite saints.

Location & Directions

Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu 612001

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How to Reach

By Bus

TNSTC buses from Chennai, Trichy, Thanjavur. Kumbakonam bus stand is 1 km.

By Air

Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) - 95 km

By Rail

Kumbakonam Railway Station - 1.5 km from the temple

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws within Kumbakonam. Walking distance from Adi Kumbeswarar Temple.

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Lord Vishnu

The preserver in the Hindu trinity.

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