Thiru Aadi Pooram @ Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple of Wellington:

Aadi Pooram commemorates the appearance day of Sri Andal (Goda Devi), the only female Alvar and an incarnation of Goddess Bhudevi. Renowned for her unwavering devotion to Lord Vishnu, Andal's life inspires love, surrender, and selfless devotion. On this sacred occasion, devotees offer flowers, recite the Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumozhi.

Devotees offer Dravida Vedam by reciting:

* Thiru Aradhanam 

* Podu thanian

* Varanamayiram

* Verses from Upadesha Ratnamalai

* Goda Stuthi

* Vaazhi Thirunamam

* Sattrumurai

All are welcome. Please bring offerings such as fruits, coconut, milk, and dry fruits.