Vandiyur Mariamman Temple

Vandiyur Mariamman Temple, a 13th-century Hindu temple, is renowned for its annual car festival and intricate sculptures.

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Best time to visit

October to March

Languages

Tamil

Coordinates

10.828°, 78.700°

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1The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, a form of Durga
2It houses a 12-foot tall Mariamman idol, one of the largest in South India
3The temple's annual car festival, held in April, attracts thousands of devotees

1279: Temple construction began during the reign of Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I
16th century: Temple expanded and renovated by Nayak rulers
18th century: Further additions and renovations by the Vijayanagara Empire