The Tamil form of Vishnu, known as Perumal (Great Lord) or Tirumal (Sacred Dark One). Central to Tamil Vaishnavism, with 108 Divya Desams (sacred sites) across Tamil Nadu and beyond. Worshipped through the hymns of the Alvars.
Four-armed, holding shankha, chakra, gada, lotus. Dark or blue complexion. Seated on Garuda or Adishesha. Crowned, serene expression.