Description
Sri Bakthavatsala Perumal temple is a Hindu temple, located at Thirunindrvur,
southern Indian city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, is dedicated to the Hindu god
Vishnu. It is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped
as Bhaktavatsala Perumal and his consort Lakshmi as Ennai Petra Thayar.
History
The temple is believed to have been built by the Pallavas of the
late 8th century AD, with later contributions from Medieval
Cholas and Vijaynagar Kings. The temple is estimated 1500 years old.
Importance/Significance
It is believed that Varuna, Samudraraja had worshipped Vishnu at this place.
It is also said that Vishnu, reurning from this place followed by Lakshmi, stayed
here and hence it is called Thirunindravur.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings
46001 
© 2024 ePuja
1151 
