Moothakurichi Gunavathiyamman Temple, Thoothukudi

Address

Moothakurichi Gunavathiyamman Temple, Thoothukudi

Moothakurichi, Thoothukudi district,

Tamil Nadu 628619

Amman

Gunavathiyamman

Introduction

• The Moothakurichi Gunavathiyamman Temple is located in Moothakurichi, a town in Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu.
• The temple is dedicated to Gunavathiyamman, and the goddess is depicted facing north, symbolizing a boon-seeking form.
• Moothakurichi is located along the Nellie – Tiruchendur main road, with Nallur being the neighboring village.

Puranic Significance:

• The temple is associated with an ancient legend involving a merchant from Madurai who lived near Srivaikundam in Tuticorin District.
• The merchant’s pregnant wife faced difficulties during childbirth, and there were no medical facilities available. The couple, feeling helpless, wandered along the banks of the Tamiraparani River.
• In the midst of their despair, the wife fainted, and an old woman appeared. She helped the wife deliver a beautiful baby boy in a hut along the riverbank.
• After searching for his wife, the merchant eventually found her at the hut and was overjoyed to see her and the newborn child.
• The wife explained that an old woman had assisted her during childbirth. Despite waiting for the woman to return and thank her, the merchant and his wife were unable to see her again.
• That night, the merchant had a dream in which the old woman revealed herself to be Gunavathiyamman, the goddess. She explained that she was the one who had helped the couple and that they should build a temple for her at the spot where she had appeared.
• Following the goddess’s instructions, the merchant constructed the temple at the birthplace of Gunavathiyamman on the banks of the Tamiraparani River.

Special Features:

• The temple is known for its spiritual significance, and it attracts devotees who seek blessings and divine intervention.
• Gunavathiyamman is worshipped as a goddess who brings prosperity and helps fulfill wishes.

Century/Period

300 Years Old

Nearest Bus Station

Moothakurichi

Nearest Railway Station

Tirunelveli

Nearest Airport

Thoothukudi

Location on Map

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