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Periamariamman Temple, Erode

In the heart of Erode, the Periamariamman Temple is located. The Mariamman is the Queen of all the Goddesses. The temple was built by the Kongu Cholas more than 1200 years ago. The temple has an area of 3,500 sq m.

Pongal is considered to be the greatest festival that takes place in the temple premises. It takes place in the month of April and it is one of the most auspicious festivals of Southern India. The temple is considered as very sacred by the pilgrims who visit here in large numbers during the festival.

The ‘Ma-vilaku’ worship is a very special kind of worship that is performed by the devotees during the festival. It is said that Mariamman has the power to eradicate all kinds of diseases. The architecture of the temple is very famous as it has brilliant sculptures all over it.

Periamariamman Temple Photos