Saturday, February 16, 2013

Srivilliputhur Sri Andal temple and Srirangam Sri Ranganathaswamy temple - age-old relationship

The Sri Andal temple at Srivilliputhur and Sri Ranganathaswamy temple at Srirangam have age-old links between them. Annually, temple honours from the Sri Andal temple are received at the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple. These honours are brought by representatives including the sthalastar of the temple and are received with respect by the temple priests and the administrators. These honours include holy clothes for Sri Ranganathar and Sri Thaayar, along with garlands and fruits. This is usually brought over to coincide with the occasion of the Chithrai Car Festival at Srirangam.

Similarly, sacred gifts and temple honours from Sri Ranganathaswamy temple are sent annually to the Sri Andal temple to coincide with the occasion of the Adi Pooram festival.

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