Sri Vaikunta Perumal Temple (Parameshwara Vinnagaram)

Sri Vaikunta Perumal Temple, also known as Parameshwara Vinnagaram, is one of the most architecturally significant Divya Desams, celebrated as a supreme achievement of Pallava dynasty temple architecture dating to the 8th century under King Nandivarman II Pallavamalla. The temple's unique design features the deity Sri Vaikunta Perumal in three different postures — standing, sitting, and reclining — in three sanctums stacked vertically, representing the Lord's presence in all three cosmic realms. The outer walls feature remarkable sculpted panels narrating the history of the Pallava dynasty, making this temple both a religious and historical treasure. Thirumangai Azhwar praised this temple as "Parameshwara Vinnagaram" (the Celestial Abode of the Supreme Lord) in his hymns. The temple's lion-base pillars, sculpted narrative friezes, and elegant vimana represent the pinnacle of Pallava Dravidian architecture and have been studied by art historians worldwide.