Complete State Wise List of 108 Divya Desam Temples in India Sacred Vishnu Pilgrimage Guide

Complete State Wise List of 108 Divya Desam Temples in India Sacred Vishnu Pilgrimage Guide

The Divya Desam represent the most sacred pilgrimage sites dedicated to Vishnu in the Sri Vaishnav tradition.

These temples were glorified in the devotional hymns of the Alvars, whose sacred works form the Nalayira Divya Prabandham.

For Vishnu devotees, NRI pilgrims, international travelers, and followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, visiting the Divya Desam temples provides a deeply enriching spiritual journey through India’s ancient Vaishnav heritage.

The 108 Divya Desam temples are spread across India and Nepal, with the majority located in South India.

Distribution of the 108 Divya Desam Temples

The Divya Desam are spread across different regions of India and Nepal, reflecting the widespread devotion to Vishnu in the Vaishnav tradition.

The 108 Divya Desams are distributed as follows:

Tamil Nadu 84 Temples

Tamil Nadu contains the largest number of Divya Desam temples, highlighting the deep roots of the Sri Vaishnav tradition in the region. Many of these temples are located in historic temple towns such as Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, and Srirangam.

Kerala – 11 Temples

Known as Malai Nadu in the Divya Desam tradition, these temples are celebrated for their unique Kerala temple architecture and rituals. One of the most prominent temples is the Padmanabhaswamy Temple.

Uttar Pradesh – 4 Temples

These temples are associated with the sacred lands of Krishna and Rama. Important pilgrimage locations include Mathura and Ayodhya.

Uttarakhand – 3 Temples

The Himalayan region of Uttarakhand hosts sacred Divya Desam temples including the famous Badrinath Temple, one of the most important Vishnu pilgrimage sites in India.

Andhra Pradesh – 2 Temples

This state is home to the world-renowned Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, one of the most visited temples in the world.

Gujarat – 1 Temple

The sacred city of Dwarka, associated with Lord Krishna’s kingdom, hosts the famous Dwarkadhish Temple.

Nepal – 1 Temple

The Muktinath Temple, known in the Divya Desam tradition as Salagramam, is a highly revered temple located in the Himalayas and is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists.

Celestial Abodes – 2 Divine Realms

Two Divya Desams exist beyond the earthly plane in the spiritual realm:

• Thirupparkadal (Ksheera Sagara) – the cosmic ocean where Lord Vishnu reclines on the serpent Adi Sesha.
• Paramapadam (Vaikuntha) – the eternal divine abode of Lord Vishnu and the ultimate spiritual destination of liberated souls.

Divya Desam Temples in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu hosts the largest number of Divya Desam temples and is the heart of the Sri Vaishnav tradition.

Some of the most important temples include:

• Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
• Thirukudandai Sarangapani Temple
• Oppiliappan Temple
• Nachiyar Kovil
• Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
• Thiruvellarai Pundarikaksha Perumal Temple
• Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
• Tiruvallikeni Parthasarathy Temple

The temples are spread across major regions including Kanchipuram, Kumbakonam, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, and Tirunelveli.

Divya Desam Temples in Kerala

Kerala hosts several important Divya Desam temples known for their traditional architecture and spiritual significance.

Important temples include:

• Padmanabhaswamy Temple
• Thiruvithuvakkodu Temple
• Thiruvattaru Adikesava Perumal Temple

These temples are often visited together as part of the Kerala Divya Desam pilgrimage circuit.

Divya Desam Temples in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh hosts two important Divya Desam temples including the world-famous:

• Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

This temple is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world.

Divya Desam Temples in North India

Several Divya Desam temples are located in North India and are closely connected with major Hindu pilgrimage traditions.

Important temples include:

• Badrinath Temple
• Dwarkadhish Temple
• Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple

These temples represent the connection between the Divya Desam tradition and the broader Vaishnav pilgrimage network in India.

Divya Desam Temple in Nepal

One Divya Desam temple is located outside India:

• Muktinath Temple

Known as Salagramam, this temple is revered by both Hindus and Buddhists and is an important pilgrimage destination in the Himalayas.

The Two Divine Divya Desams

Apart from the temples located on Earth, the Vaishnav tradition recognizes two divine Divya Desams:

• Thirupparkadal (Ksheera Sagara) – the cosmic ocean where Lord Vishnu reclines on Adi Sesha.
• Paramapadam (Vaikuntha) – the eternal spiritual abode of Lord Vishnu.

These represent the ultimate spiritual destination of devotees in Vaishnav philosophy.

Planning Your Divya Desam Pilgrimage

Since the temples are spread across different regions, most pilgrims visit them through regional circuits over multiple journeys.

Common pilgrimage routes include:

• Tamil Nadu Divya Desam circuit
• Kerala Divya Desam temples
• Tirupati region temples
• North India Divya Desam pilgrimage

Divya Desam Temple Tours for NRI and International Pilgrims

For devotees planning to visit these sacred temples, Nirvana India Enterprise organizes specialized pilgrimage tours designed for:

• Vishnu devotees
•  NRI pilgrims
• international travelers
• ISKCON devotees

Services include:

• customized Divya Desam pilgrimage itineraries
•  private temple tours
• VIP darshan assistance wherever available
• comfortable accommodation and transport arrangements

These tours help devotees experience the sacred 108 Divya Desam pilgrimage comfortably and spiritually.