Andal ; AndalReligion and Mythology, Saints, ascetics and devotees Historical background The only woman saint among the twelve Vaishnava alvars. She lived in the 9th century in Srivilliputtur, Tamil Nadu, and her poetic works are still very popular. Date: Paintings, late 20th century Description: Tableau depicting the images of Sri Andal, Rangamannar, and Garudalvar as seen in the innermost sanctuary of the temple. Location: Tamil Nadu Temple;Andal Temple;Srivilliputtur Positioning: Inner prakara, west wall Date: Paintings, late 20th century Description: Periyalvar finds Andal beneath a tulsi plant. In the background the Rajagopura of the Srivilliputtur temple. Location: Tamil Nadu Temple;Andal Temple;Srivilliputtur Positioning: Inner prakara, east wall