sentences:  The granite base of the entrance is studded with sculptures.There are two precincts inside the temple with the sanctum is located axial to the main gate and approached through a "Dwajasthambam", "bali peetam" (sacrificial altar), "Deepa Stambam" (altar for lamps) and Garuda Mandapam.The sanctum houses the image of Sthalasayana Perumal, the presiding deity, in reclining posture.