Complete Guide about Arulmigu Saraswathi Temple, Koothanur
-
Location
Arulmigu Saraswathi Temple Koothanur, WJMW+884, Kumbakonam Main Road, Kuttanur, Tamil Nadu 609503
-
Timings
Every Day
07:00 AM - 12:30 PM
04:00 PM - 08:00 PM -
Entry Fee
Free Entry
Arulmigu Saraswathi Temple
Arulmigu Saraswathi Temple Koothanur
The Hindu goddess of wisdom Saraswathi is honoured by its dedication. In India, Saraswati temples are not frequently found. The temple is the sole Hindu temple in Tamil Nadu that worships Saraswathi. Ottakoothar and Kambar, two Tamil poets, sang praises for the temple.
Thitunelli Temple Official website Link
www.thirunellitemple.com
The History
Ottakoothar was endowed with the beautiful appearance of Goddess Kalaimagal and the betel mouth blessings of “Then Kani vagadevi,” and he went on to become a poet who could write rhymes. His ability to write music captured the hearts of the people. since the day Ottakoothar received this land as a gift from King Rajaraja Chola (the grandson of King Vikrama Chola).
A feast for the eyes is a lovely three-eyed form with one leg folded in the yogasana pattern. The absence of a veena in Ambal’s hands in the primary deity is another unique characteristic.
Significance
Only in this temple does Goddess Saraswathi, who is revered as the primary deity, bestow Her blessings on our earth while conducting penance. A feast for the eyes is a lovely three-eyed figure with one leg folded in the yogasana pattern. The absence of a veena in Ambal’s hands in the primary deity is another unique characteristic.
Dekho Apna Desh
The DAD of Tourism