The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, located in Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of the deity Vishnu. Known for its sprawling complex spanning 156 acres, it is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world. The temple is renowned for its architectural grandeur, featuring intricately carved gopurams, mandapams, and prakarams, and holds a significant place in the Vaishnavite tradition as one of the 108 Divya Desams. With its rich cultural and religious heritage, the temple attracts millions of devotees, especially during the annual Vaikunta Ekadasi festival.
The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of the deity Vishnu. It is located in Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. The temple complex spans 156 acres, making it the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world. It is an architectural marvel with intricately carved gopurams (towers), mandapams (halls), and prakarams (enclosures). The temple is an important pilgrimage site and is considered one of the 108 Divya Desams, the holy abodes of Vishnu.
Temple Speciality:
- Largest functioning Hindu temple in the world.
- Home to the tallest gopuram in Asia, standing at 236 feet.
- It is part of the Vaishnavite tradition and one of the 108 Divya Desams.
- Famous for its annual Vaikunta Ekadasi festival which attracts millions of devotees.
Temple Address: Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India - 620006
Temple Location (Longitude and Latitude): 10.8575° N, 78.6904° E
Temple Timings:
- Morning: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Evening: 1:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Temple Sevas:
- Suprabhata Seva
- Viswaroopa Seva
- Thomal Seva
- Poojas
- Archana
- Sahasranama Archana
- Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam)
- Special Darshans during festivals
Traveling Facilities:
Food Facilities:
- Numerous restaurants and eateries offering South Indian cuisine are available around the temple.
- The temple complex also has places where free food is served to pilgrims.
Stay Facilities:
- Multiple options ranging from budget lodges to luxury hotels are available in and around Srirangam.
- The temple itself provides guesthouses for devotees.
Nearby Railway Station:
- Srirangam Railway Station (2 km)
- Tiruchirappalli Junction (11 km)
Nearby Airport:
- Tiruchirappalli International Airport (15 km)
Nearby Bus Station:
- Srirangam Bus Station (2 km)
- Central Bus Stand, Tiruchirappalli (11 km)
Bus Routes to Temple:
- Frequent buses are available from Tiruchirappalli Central Bus Stand to Srirangam.
- Direct buses from major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, and Madurai to Tiruchirappalli, from where local buses or taxis can be taken to Srirangam.
Train Routes to Temple:
- Direct trains to Srirangam Railway Station and Tiruchirappalli Junction from major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, and Madurai.
Air Ways to Temple:
- Flights to Tiruchirappalli International Airport from major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, and international destinations. From the airport, taxis and buses are available to reach Srirangam.
Nearby Cities to Temple:
- Tiruchirappalli (11 km)
- Thanjavur (58 km)
- Madurai (140 km)
- Chennai (320 km)
Nearby Visiting Temples and Other Places:
- Jambukeswarar Temple, Thiruvanaikaval
- Rockfort Temple, Tiruchirappalli
- Samayapuram Mariamman Temple
- Ucchi Pillayar Temple, Rockfort
- Thanjavur Brihadeeswarar Temple
Shopping Famous For:
- Handloom sarees, especially the famous Srirangam cotton sarees.
- Traditional jewelry and temple souvenirs.
- Brass and bronze idols.
- Religious books and artifacts.
