KRISHNAPURAM

Introduction

Krishnapuram is a small village in Tirunelveli District at a distance of about six miles from Tirunelveli town. There are a good number of images and idols of sculptural interest in the temple, attracting hundreds of visitors. Lord Venkata- chalapathy has been installed here with Sri Devi and Bhoo Devi. Pujas and abhishekam are being conducted to the Lord daily and some important festivals are celebrated every year.

There is a mandaparn known as Veerappa Naick Mandaparn on the northern side of the temple. 'There are two beautifully carved elephants adorning the entrance of this mandaparn. The six pillars at the centre  the mandapam bear images of exquisite beauty depicting scenes from the Puranas.

Author : R.K.Das

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