Special Sannidhi 4th Prakaram
Sri Garudalwar
ஸ்ரீ கருடாழ்வார் • श्री गरुडाझ्वार
Garuda (Divine Eagle Vehicle of Vishnu)
Location
Alinadan Tiruchutru (4th Prakaram)
Significance
One of the tallest Garuda sculptures in South India, standing at 14 feet facing the main sanctum.
About Sri Garudalwar
Sri Garudalwar sannidhi houses a magnificent 14-feet tall Garuda, the divine eagle and vehicle of Lord Vishnu. Located in Tirumangai Mannan's prakaram (Alinadan - 4th enclosure), this Garuda directly faces the Moolasthanam. Decorated with gold ornaments, the sight of this majestic Garuda is considered highly auspicious.
Key Highlights
- ✦ 14 feet tall - one of the tallest in South India
- ✦ Directly faces the Moolasthanam
- ✦ Located in 4th Prakaram (Alinadan Tiruchutru)
- ✦ Decorated with gold ornaments
- ✦ Seeing Garuda before Perumal is considered auspicious
Related Shrines
Source: HRCE Devasthanam Booklet 2026-27