Thirumalaivaiyavoor – The Abode of Divine Grace

🌟 Introduction

Nestled in a small village called Thirumalai Vaiyavoor [on the way to Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary] near Chengalpattu in Tamil Nadu, is Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple (popularly known as Dakshina Tirupati) stands as a beacon of faith, devotion, and divine blessings.

The presiding deity, Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal, is worshipped in a merciful and smiling form, granting prosperity, health, and peace to devotees. The temple also houses Alarmelmangai Thaayar, embodying grace and abundance along with Lord Varaha with Lakshmi on His lap, Sri Rama with Sita & Lakshmana, Sri Venugopala with Rukmini & Satyabhama, Sri Veera Narthana Hanuman, and Sri Ramanuja.

🌿 Legend & Divine Origin

✔️ This sacred land was once a dense forest where Maharishi Bhrigu performed penance.

✔️ To test Lord Vishnu’s compassion, Bhrigu struck Him on the chest. The Lord, instead of anger, gently pressed the Rishi’s feet and removed the ego from him. Ashamed and enlightened, the sage worshipped here, leading to the Lord appearing as Prasanna (smiling) Venkatesa Perumal.

✔️ Lord assured devotees that visiting Vaiyaavoor with devotion would be equal to visiting Tirumala.

📜 Sthala Puranam & Historical Significance

📌This kshetra is also revered as Adhi Varaha Kshetra, with shrines for Lord Varaha with Lakshmi on His lap, Sri Rama with Sita & Lakshmana, Sri Venugopala with Rukmini & Satyabhama, and Sri Ramanuja.

📌The temple is believed to be over 1,000 years old, built during the Pallava–Chola period.

📌Sri Ramanuja himself worshipped here and called it Vaikundagiri.

📌Hanuman legend: While carrying Sanjeevi Parvatham, Hanuman prayed here. Since he could not place the hill down, Perumal Himself helped, giving the place the name Vaiya-vur (not placed on ground).

📌Tondaiman King Legend: A devotee of Lord Venkateswara built temples here and in Tirupati after receiving divine help in battle. Footprints and chariot wheel marks remain on the rocks.

📌Jyothi Darshan: On Thiruvonam, Perumal appears as a divine Jyothi, a lamp lit by Brahma, which will glow till the end of Kaliyugam.

🌸 Special Beliefs & Blessings

Devotees strongly believe that prayers here are equal to Tirumala darshan. Prayers and offerings bring blessings for:
✅ Removal of marriage obstacles
✅ Career growth & financial stability
✅ Health & well-being
✅ Relief from family troubles

🎉 Festivals & Celebrations

The temple comes alive with devotion during:

🚀 Brahmotsavam

🚀 Vaikunta Ekadasi

🚀 Purattasi Saturdays

🚀 Panguni Uthiram

🚀 Thiruvonam Jyothi

✨ Essence of the Temple

Thirumalai Vaiyaavoor Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is not just a place of worship, but a living symbol of Lord Vishnu’s mercy. It is regarded as equally holy as Tirumala, blessing devotees with spiritual fulfillment and worldly prosperity.