Special Sannidhi 4th Prakaram
Sri Dhanvantri
ஸ்ரீ தன்வந்திரி • श्री धन्वंतरि
Dhanvantri - Divine Physician (Vishnu Avatar)
Location
4th Prakaram, elevated position, east facing
Significance
The only Dhanvantri shrine in a major Vaishnavite temple. Devotees pray for health and healing.
About Sri Dhanvantri
Dhanvantri emerged during Samudra Manthan (churning of ocean) holding the pot of Amrutham (nectar) to save the Devas from Vasuki's poison. This sannidhi is located in the 4th prakaram, elevated and east-facing. It is the only Dhanvantri shrine among major Vaishnava temples. People with health issues, chronic diseases visit for archana and prayers.
Key Highlights
- ✦ Only Dhanvantri shrine in major Vaishnava temples
- ✦ Emerged during Samudra Manthan with Amrutham
- ✦ Located in elevated position, east-facing
- ✦ Prayers for health and healing
- ✦ Archana believed to cure chronic ailments
Special Days & Festivals
Dhanteras Ayurveda Day
Related Shrines
Source: HRCE Devasthanam Booklet 2026-27