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திருவெள்ளறை
Thiruvellarai, Tamil Nadu · 10.9560°, 78.6677°
A Pallava-built Divya Desam at Thiruvellarai north of Tiruchirappalli, praised by Periyalvar and Thirumangai Alvar; its rock-cut caves and inscriptions date to the 8th century, with construction completed under Dantivarman.
A legend tells of king Sibi following a white boar to this spot, where at sage Markandeya's word Vishnu appeared from a milk-filled pit to receive worship.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Pallava