Since the 16th Century

ShriAravamudhanPerumal

A sacred temple in Kethandapatti, Tamil Nadu, where the divine grace of Lord Vishnu has blessed devotees for over five centuries.

Location

Mel Kudanthai

Also Known As

Kethandapatti

About the Temple

A Sacred Legacy of Divine Grace

Sri Aravamudhan Perumal Temple, also known as Varadaraja Perumal Temple, stands as a beacon of devotion in Kethandapatti, Tamil Nadu. Dating back to the 16th Century AD, this sacred shrine has been blessing devotees for over five centuries.

The presiding deity, Lord Aravamudhan, is celebrated for His “nectar-like beauty” and is accompanied by His divine consort, Komalavalli Thayaar. The temple is renowned for its magnificent Garuda Vahana and the annual Brahmotsavam that draws thousands of devotees.

Where the divine nectar of Vishnu’s grace flows eternally

Lord Aravamudhan
Sacred Garuda Vahana
Komalavalli Thayaar
Temple Entrance

500+

Years of Heritage

16th

Century Origins

Daily

Divine Darshan

12+

Annual Festivals

Sacred Celebrations

Upcoming Events

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Pavitrotsavam

பவித்ரோற்சவம்

Wednesday, 15 April 2026
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tamil Date: Panguni 2, Hevilambi

Pavitrotsavam is a significant annual festival where the temple is purified through elaborate rituals. Sacred threads (pavitras) are placed on all deities, symbolizing spiritual cleansing and renewal. This three-day event attracts devotees from across Tamil Nadu.

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Event Schedule

TimeActivity
6:00 AM

Suprabhatam

Morning awakening prayers to Lord Aravamudhan

7:00 AM

Thirumanjanam

Sacred bathing ceremony with milk, honey, and sandalwood

9:00 AM

Homam

Fire ritual for prosperity and well-being

12:00 PM

Maha Abhishekam

Grand abhishekam with 108 kalasams

6:00 PM

Deepa Aradhana

Evening lamp worship ceremony

Sponsorship Opportunities

Maha Abhishekam Sponsor
5,001

Special archana, prasadam, and name announcement during ceremony

Homam Sponsor
2,501

Participation in homam, special blessings, and prasadam

Anna Dhanam Sponsor
1,001

Sponsor meals for 100 devotees, certificate of appreciation

Deepa Sponsor
501

Light a lamp in the sanctum, special darshan

Flower Sponsor
251

Contribute to deity decoration, receive blessed flowers

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Plan Your Pilgrimage

Visit the Temple

Experience the divine darshan of Lord Aravamudhan and receive His eternal blessings

Kethandapatti (Mel Kudanthai)

Kumbakonam Taluk, Thanjavur District

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Darshan Timings

Morning

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Suprabhatam 6:00 AM

Evening

4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Deepa Aradhana 7:00 PM

Special early morning darshan at 5:00 AM during Margazhi month

How to Reach

By Train

Kumbakonam Railway Station (8 km)

By Road

Regular buses from Kumbakonam bus stand

Nearest Airport

Trichy International Airport (90 km)

Contact

Narasimhan Bhattar

+91 86082 40944

Sowmya Narayanan Bhattar

+91 98411 77333