Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)

A pair of Vishnu temples about 10 km from Sirkazhi counted together as the 37th of the 108 Divya Desams, with mangalasasanam by Tirumangai Alvar in 41 pasurams. The presiding deity of Thiruvali is Lakshmi Narasimha (Azhagiyasingar) with his consort Amirthagatavalli. Thirunagari is revered as the birthplace of Tirumangai Alvar himself, and the area forms a Pancha Narasimha Kshetram of five Narasimha shrines.

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Typetemple
Nearest baseThirunagari
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirunagari
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.

A pair of Vishnu temples about 10 km from Sirkazhi counted together as the 37th of the 108 Divya Desams, with mangalasasanam by Tirumangai Alvar in 41 pasurams. The presiding deity of Thiruvali is Lakshmi Narasimha (Azhagiyasingar) with his consort Amirthagatavalli. Thirunagari is revered as the birthplace of Tirumangai Alvar himself, and the area forms a Pancha Narasimha Kshetram of five Narasimha shrines.

Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple) is planned from Thirunagari, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Thirunagari for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.

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Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple) — at a glance

TimingsTypically 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March

Entry: Free

Getting there: About 10 km from Sirkazhi town; nearest railway Sirkazhi (~10 km) or Mayiladuthurai Jn (~22 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km

Two linked shrines; Tirumangai Alvar's birthplace draws Vaishnava pilgrims.

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How to visit

  • Base yourself in Thirunagari or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
  • If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
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Best time

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

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When is the best time to visit Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)?

Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.

How do I reach Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)?

Base yourself in Thirunagari or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.

How much time do I need for Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)?

About an hour.

What else is near Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple)?

Nearby you can pair Thirunangur Vaishnava Divya Desams (Eleven Temples) (120 m), Swetharanyeswarar Temple, Thiruvenkadu (5.7 km), Thirumullaivasal Beach (5.9 km), Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur) (6.7 km).

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