Vengadamangalam Temple

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Vengadamangalam, a quaint village situated near Agaram, close to Tambaram in Tamil Nadu, India, is the focal point of our exploration in this article, focusing on the newly constructed Tiruvengada Perumal temple.


This picturesque village has retained its scenic charm despite the absence of urbanization. It boasts a perpetually filled Pushkarani (temple tank) and a venerable banyan tree that has stood for many years. A few years back, the villagers initiated the worship of a photograph of Vengadaperumal (Balaji) beneath the ancient tree. Over time, regular gatherings of devotees prompted the decision to construct a grand temple dedicated to Vengada Perumal. The temple's Kumbabhishek took place on March 18, 2016. Having visited the temple on the very next day, I take pride in being among the first visitors and am delighted to share this temple's details online for others to benefit.


The temple adopts a contemporary architectural style, featuring a main shrine and a spacious pillared mandapa at the front. Currently lacking a tower or vimana, the temple has a bali peetha, with plans for a flagstaff in the future. The sanctum sanctorum houses the imposing image of Sri Tiruvengada Perumal, standing at an impressive height of approximately 9 feet.

Within the sanctum, one can find utsav images of Sudarshana, Perumal accompanied by Sri Devi and Bhoo Devi, and another smaller Perumal alongside the presiding deity. The mandapa hosts beautiful icons of Alarmel Mangai and Andal. Additionally, Garuda is situated in a dedicated shrine, facing the main sanctum.

With an east-facing orientation, the temple features a separate north-facing sub-shrine for Hanuman, located outside the main temple.

Happy travelling.


Location: Vengadamangalam, Tamil Nadu, India

Comments

  1. psrThursday, April 05, 2018

    excellent temple. Thayar and Perumal are very beautiful. Andal and Anjaneyar sannadhis are also there. surrended by big tree and and very big pond are the attractions.

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  2. SudarshanSunday, June 17, 2018

    I visited this temple yesterday.Hanuman here is so beautiful. Perumal no words. Peaceful surroundings..One of the priests asked me to assist in providing tray for deepam.I said I am fortunate to do so. Will once again visit this temple.

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  3. Alavu Nadadur SriramanMonday, March 18, 2019

    Was Blessed to have darshan on Panguni Dasami Punsrvasu Saturday 16 03 2019, Auspicious Occasion of 3rd Anniversary of Samprokshanam .Grand decoration of Perumal in Sri Ramar Tirukolam With Kodandam and Arrow Hundreds of Devotees participated and received Perumal Thayaar Kataaksham Perumal Blessed Everyone With His Eternal Immense Love and Affection Anjaneyar is mesmerising Pray that He Blesses me with frequent pilgrimage to His Presence.

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