kulasekarapattinam Temple

kulasekarapattinam Temple Form Thoothukudi

  • Temple History

Located 20 kilometers from Thiruchendur, Kulasekarapattinam is a historic port city established during the reign of Maravarman Kulasekaran, primarily for taxing salt and pearl exports. The temple here was constructed with the belief that the goddess would serve as a guardian of the village, providing assistance to her devotees in times of need. Over time, the goddess has become revered for her power and piety. While residing in this port city, the king built a temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, positioned in the northeast corner and facing north. The deity was adorned with a pearl necklace, earning her the name Muthaaramman. This ancient temple has a rich history, dating back approximately 300 years.

  • Mythology

The legend has it that Goddess Amman appeared in the dream of a sculptor and ordered him to carve a statue of her and give it to the priest from Kulasai. Ergo the Amman is named as Mutharamman, as she herself wanted to carve her idol.

  • Festivals

Next to Mysore, Kulasekarapattinam celebrates Dasara (Dussehra) in a grand manner for 10 days. The grand celebrations will commence on day 1 with the flag hoisting in the temple. Every year Dasara festival is celebrated in September or October. Maha Shivaratri, Ragu Pooja, Villaku Pooja are some other festivals commemorated in this temple.

  • Travel
  • There are bus facilities to this temple from Thiruchendur, which is only about 12 km away from this temple.
  • The nearby railway station is in Thiruchendur.
  • Thiruvananthapuram and Tuticorin airport is handy to this temple.