On September 29th, 2013, the 42nd Thirupaavadai Utsavam took place well at Villivakkam Sri Sowmya Dhamodara Perumal Temple, Chennai. The utsavam took place on Sunday morning with Snapana Thirumanjam at 9 am followed by alankaram, satrumurai and prasada viniyogam. In the evening, there was purappadu at around 7 pm. Several Astikas (and Adiyar Kuzham) participated in the Thirupaavadai utsavam and received the blessings of Thayar and Perumal.
On the previous days, Thirumanjanam was conducted for Anjaneyar, Thayar and Perumal Moolavar between September 26th and 28th, 2013. For detailed pathrigai, please visit Villivakkam Sowmya Sri Damodara Perumal Temple Thirupaavadai Utsavam
The following are some of the photographs taken during the utsavam…
Courtesy: Sri Prasanna Srinivasan
Superb thirumeni.He is the real Sowmiyan.Damodarapperumal.
He was tied by Yasoda the cowherd woman.He was the one who was admired by Madurakaviyaazhvar in “KanninuN siRuthaamu”
Feast not only for eyes but also for heart.