Tirukkannankudi – Shyamalameni Perumal temple
Divya Desam 18 of 108 | Region: Chozhanadu
Located near Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu, Tirukkannankudi is one of the Pancha Krishnaranya Kshetrams, five sacred temples associated with Lord Krishna. This Divya Desam radiates divine energy, with its peaceful atmosphere and deep connections to mythology making it a cherished pilgrimage site.
Divine Highlights:
- Presiding Deity: Lokanathan / Shyamalameni Perumal in standing posture
- Utsavar: Damodara Narayanan (depicted with left hand on his hip)
- Thayar: Aravindavalli
- Utsava Thayar: Lokanayaki
- Theertham: Sravana Pushkarini (believed to contain waters from eight sacred rivers)
- Vimanam: Utpala Vimanam
- Sthala Vriksham: Kaayaamagizh tree (whose flowers never wither)
Sacred Legends:
Tirukkannankudi is sanctified by the penance of revered sages such as Brighu Maharshi, Gautama Rishi, and even Lord Brahma. A unique legend tells us that Sage Vashishta, in a gesture of utmost devotion, fashioned an idol of Lord Krishna from butter and meditated upon it. The Lord manifested before him, radiating divine grace. Nearby sages were drawn towards this form as if bound by spiritual threads—“Paasa Kayiru”—leading to the temple’s name: Tirukkannankudi.
Behind the sanctum stands the Kaayaamagizh tree, believed to be the same one beneath which Lord Krishna appeared. Remarkably, its flowers are said to never fade—a symbol of eternal devotion.
In a historic tale, Tirumangai Azhwar is believed to have retrieved a golden Buddha statue from a vihara in Nagapattinam and concealed it in this temple. The resources were later utilized for the construction of the Srirangam temple.
Azhwar Mangalaasaasanam:
Praised by Tirumangai Azhwar in the Naalayira Divya Prabandham:
- Pasurams: 1748–1757
Architectural Marvel & Festivals:
Tirukkannankudi exudes charm through its serene temple tank and timeless architecture. Its Utpala Vimanam, ancient sculptures, and natural beauty add to its spiritual allure.
- Chittirai Brahmotsavam – Grand annual festival
- Maasi Magham – Special procession where the Utsavar is taken to the seashore, symbolizing cosmic unity
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