Mariyamman Temple, Kodaikanal
It is located near Kodai Road Railway Station. Mariamman
Temple with a uniqueness being the Deity (Shakti) is in Suyambu form. The temple is famous for
its Panguni festival which lasts for 15 days.
This festival is celebrated by different Community
Pillai (Mudaliar-Some other Sub division), Mukulathor (Kallar -
Maravar-Agamudayar), Konar, Chettiar, Schedule Caste also. It is a great
function for all the castes; per day one Caste doing the arrangements.
Final 3 days are common for all castes as they do
Maavilakku, Manjal neera aadal, Urimaram, Theechatti, Palkudam, Pongal,
Kidavettu. Every day Muthu Mariamman will come in different Charat with
different Costume.
