Thiruchitrambalam Seethala Mariamman Temple, Mayiladuthurai

Address

Thiruchitrambalam Seethala Mariamman Temple, Thiruchitrambalam,

Mayiladuthurai District,

 Tamil Nadu– 609204.

Amman

Seethala Mariamman

Introduction

• Location: Thiruchitrambalam village, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. Accessible by Sirkazhi–Koothiyapet city bus.
• Presiding Deity: Seethala Mariamman (a form of Shakti).
• Age: Believed to be over 1,000 years old.

Puranic Significance

• The village was originally agricultural, surrounded by Mahua trees, and had no temple.
• Villagers built a thatched temple to honor Goddess Mariamman.
• Idol of Seethala Mariamman consecrated in the temple.
• Over time, the temple was moved to a stone structure.
• Goddess Mariamman is believed to have brought health and prosperity to the villagers.

Beliefs

• Healing: Devotees suffering from physical ailments use Amman Abhisheka Theertha (sacred water) by drinking and applying it to affected areas.
• Other Benefits:
  • Cures health problems
  • Removes marriage obstacles
  • Blesses with children
  • Resolves debt issues
  • Solves property disputes
• Devotees offer prayers to show gratitude for fulfilled wishes.

Special Features

• Iconography: Goddess Mariamman is seated on Annavaganam, with Lord Ganesha and Lord Murugan by her sides.
• Temple Structure:
  • Sanctum sanctorum with four-handed Mariamman facing east.
  • Includes a great hall, artha mandapam, and altar.
• Chitrai (Tamil New Year):
  • Anointing ceremony for the goddess.
  • Panchangam reading for prosperity and well-being.

Festivals

1. Adi 10th Day Festival (July–August):
   • Abhishekam in the morning and evening.
   • Vedhiula (procession) with the goddess.
2. Thai Friday Festival (January):
   • Thiruveedi Ula (night procession) with special decorations and rituals.

Century/Period

1000 years old.

Nearest Bus Station

Thiruchitrambalam

Nearest Railway Station

Sirkazhi

Nearest Airport

Trichy

Location on Map

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