Description
Sri Azhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple is situated in Anbil village of Tiruchirappalli,
Tamil Nadu, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is also one of the 108 DivyaDesam Temples.
History
The temple is believed to be built by the King Sundara Chola in the
8th century AD and is built in the Dravidian style. As the king got
enormous victory after worshipping the Lord Sri Azhagiya Nambi
Perumal here, he built the current structure celebrating his victory.
Importance/Significance
The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Sundararaja Perumal, who is in reclining
posture on the serpent Adisesha. This place is considered more sacred, where
Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma got relieved from their sins after worshipping Lord
Sri Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal in this temple. It is believed that the unmarried
person will get married soon by worshipping Goddess Andal at this temple.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings