Samayapuram Mariamman Temple
Mariamman · Samayapuram
Amman Temples
Significance
One of the Amman temples in Tamil Nadu that get the most devotees. People come here to be cured of illness and to fulfil their vows (nerthikadan).
Devotees believe that during the Poochoridhal festival in the month of Maasi, the Goddess fasts for her devotees.
Special features
- Poochoridhal festival (pouring of flowers)
- Vows of offering hair and maavilakku (flour lamp)
- Devotees who come on foot
Special festivals of the temple
- Maasi Poochoridhal
- Chithirai chariot festival
Darshan times, fees and festival dates can change. Before you go, check with the temple office or the temple's official website. The temple stories are given as devotees believe them, and they can differ from one temple to another.