Azhwar Sannidhi
Andal (Nachiyar)
ஆண்டாள் (நாச்சியார்) • आण्डाल (नाच्चियार)
Andal - The only female Azhwar
Location
Within temple complex
Significance
The 7th Azhwar and only female among the 12, who merged with Lord Ranganatha at this temple.
About Andal (Nachiyar)
Andal, the 7th among 12 Azhwars, was born in Srivilliputhur as the daughter of Periyazhwar. She composed Thiruppavai and Nachiyar Thirumozhi. After mentally visiting all 107 Divya Desams, she declared she would marry only Lord Ranganatha. She came to Srirangam and merged with Perumal (Orimayamanaal), attaining divine union.
Key Highlights
- ✦ Only female among 12 Azhwars
- ✦ Composed Thiruppavai (30 verses) and Nachiyar Thirumozhi
- ✦ Born in Srivilliputhur to Periyazhwar
- ✦ Merged with Perumal at Srirangam
- ✦ Visited 107 Divya Desams mentally before coming here
Special Days & Festivals
Margazhi month (Thiruppavai recitation) Aadi Pooram
Related Shrines
Source: HRCE Devasthanam Booklet 2026-27