Pacchaivanna Perumal Temple

Pacchaivanna Perumal Temple: A serene sanctuary of vibrant emerald hues, legends, and divine worship, bringing peace and blessings. Join us in celebrating its joyous festivals and experiencing spiritual serenity.

THE SACRED STORY

Why This Site Is Important

The Emerald Manifestation

According to the temple's Sthalapurana, Lord Vishnu appeared before Sage Marichi in a brilliant emerald-green form to reveal that he was the very same Supreme Being who had incarnated as Lord Rama. This divine revelation gave the deity the name Pacchaivannar, 'the Lord adorned in green.'

Budha Kshetra of Kanchipuram

Pacchaivanna Perumal Temple is traditionally revered as Budha Kshetra, where the emerald hue of the Lord symbolizes the qualities associated with Budha (Mercury), wisdom, learning, clarity, and auspiciousness. Devotees visit the temple seeking spiritual insight and harmony.

The Sacred Shrine of Maragadavalli

The temple houses a separate shrine for Goddess Maragadavalli, whose emerald-like complexion complements the Lord's green manifestation. Temple tradition holds that a sacred Sri Chakra is installed beneath her image, and she is worshipped as both Mahalakshmi and Devi Sita.

A Temple of Grace and Remedies

For generations, devotees have visited Pacchaivanna Perumal Temple seeking relief from the malefic influences of Rahu and Ketu. The temple is also associated with prayers for prosperity, wisdom, peace, and the blessings of Budha.

WHY VISIT THIS TEMPLE

Believed to have originated during the Pallava period with later additions by subsequent dynasties.
Classical Dravidian temple architecture with traditional Vaishnava shrine planning.
Not individually inscribed; forms part of Kanchipuram's remarkable sacred heritage.
One of the 108 Divya Desams where Lord Vishnu is worshipped in his rare emerald-green manifestation as Pacchaivannar.
Vaishakha Brahmotsavam, Ani Tirumanjanam, and Vaikuntha Ekadashi are celebrated with devotion.
October to March offers pleasant weather for pilgrimage and heritage exploration.

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Explore The Temple

The Emerald Lord

Receive darshan of Sri Pacchaivanna Perumal, whose unique emerald-green manifestation distinguishes this temple from every other Divya Desam. The Lord's radiant form symbolizes divine wisdom, compassion, and spiritual illumination.

The Legend of Sage Marichi

Discover the beautiful tradition in which Lord Vishnu revealed his true identity to Sage Marichi by appearing in a dazzling emerald form, affirming that he was the same Supreme Lord who incarnated as Sri Rama.

The Shrine of Maragadavalli

Visit the shrine of Goddess Maragadavalli, whose green radiance mirrors that of the Lord. Temple tradition reveres her as the embodiment of Mahalakshmi and Devi Sita, while the Sri Chakra beneath her image enhances the shrine's spiritual significance.

Budha Kshetra

Learn why the temple is traditionally regarded as Budha Kshetra, where devotees seek blessings for wisdom, education, communication, and relief from planetary afflictions associated with Rahu and Ketu.

TEMPLE EXPERIENCE

Main Shrine Darshan

Discover the Legend of Sage Marichi

Visit the Shrine of Maragadavalli

Experience Budha Kshetra

Budha Kshetra

VISITOR INFORMATION

HERITAGE TIMELINE

Mythological Era

Lord Vishnu appears before Sage Marichi in an emerald-green form, revealing himself as the same Supreme Being who incarnated as Lord Rama.

Mythological Era

Goddess Maragadavalli is worshipped with a Sri Chakra installed beneath her image according to temple tradition.

Pallava Period

Temple established in Kanchipuram's sacred Vaishnava landscape.

Medieval Period

Temple develops as an important Divya Desam and Budha Kshetra with annual festival traditions.

Present Day

Active Divya Desam preserving Vaishnava worship, festivals, and centuries-old devotional practices.

Heritage Conservation Support

Support initiatives focused on preserving the temple’s architecture, inscriptions, rituals, and cultural legacy for future generations.