Thayar Shrine
Thulukka Nachiyar
துலுக்க நாச்சியார் • तुलुक्का नाच्चियार
Bibi Nachiyar (Muslim Princess Devotee)
Location
Near main sanctum
Significance
A unique shrine commemorating a Muslim princess who became an ardent devotee of Lord Ranganatha.
About Thulukka Nachiyar
According to "Thiruvarangam Kovil Ozhugu", a Muslim princess (Thillipathushavu) fell deeply in love with Azhagiya Manavalan (Lord Ranganatha). When her father attacked the temple, priests hid the deity. She searched devotedly until the Lord revealed himself to her. She is honored as one of the divine consorts, representing the universality of divine love.
Key Highlights
- ✦ Unique interfaith shrine in a major Hindu temple
- ✦ Story documented in Kovil Ozhugu (temple chronicle)
- ✦ Symbol of universal divine love transcending religions
- ✦ Called "Kalavu Ponathal" (the stolen one) referring to hidden deity
- ✦ No regular festivals but revered as divine consort
Related Shrines
Source: HRCE Devasthanam Booklet 2026-27