Arulmigu Sri Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple

A must-visit spot if you’re in the area. The temple has a rich sense of history, with beautiful architecture and detailed carvings that are worth taking time to admire. The surroundings are calm and well kept, making it a relaxing stop for visitors. It’s not just spiritually significant but also a great place for anyone who enjoys heritage and culture. It is most often missed by many while visiting other places.

Nearest to the Mahabalipuram heritage site. Very small temple. Lord Sthala Sayana Perumal sleeping position without Adiseshan snake. It’s one of the 108 divya desam. Many people are missing to see this temple. Temple is neat and clean please maintain the same. I visited in morning 6:30AM so crowd wasn’t there. I was relax and see the beauty of the Perumal. It’ll take around 15 minutes to entire temple.

Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple is one of the ancient and sacred Vishnu temples in Mahabalipuram. Lord Vishnu here is seen in a unique reclining posture on the floor, called ‘Sthala Sayana’. The temple has simple yet beautiful stone carvings and a peaceful, divine atmosphere. It’s one of the 108 Divya Desams praised in Alwar hymns and Vaishnava literature. The sanctum feels serene, especially in the evenings with gentle sea breeze around. A calm, spiritual spot away from the tourist crowd — worth a quiet visit.

It is a pleasant surprise to see this holy temple in Mahabalipuram. It is a must visit temple where the main deity is in reclining pose with the Goddess at His feet. This is one among the 108 Vaishavite temples.

Such a peaceful and divine experience One of the 108 Divya Desam temples, the moolavar here is in a reclining posture, unlike many other Vishnu temples The intricate carvings and history make it special. Wish there were better seating arrangements for elderly devotees

On 21/09/25 visited with family pleasant place to see perumal near to bustand of mahabalipuram. Also one of the divya Desam. All come and get the ashirvad of perumal

This temple is one of the ancient ones, dating back nearly 1100 years. It has a fascinating history too. It's a very serene place. There's a bus stand right in front, but you can also drive your vehicle inside and park it. I believe the sculptures have eroded, possibly due to the sea wind.

Arulmigu Sri Sthala Sayana Perumal Temple : It is the 63rd Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu. Agilavalli thaayar is found on the left shoulder of the Perumal and Bhooma Devi is also found here next to him. This is of the speciality of this sthalam.