ABOUT

The Gowmariamman Temple is situated in Veerapandi village. This temple was constructed in the 14th century by the Pandya king, Veerapandi. It is believed that after praying to lords Gowmariamman and Kanneeswaramudaiyar, the king got his eye sight back, hence he built this temple. An eight day long festival is celebrated in this temple during the Tamil month of Chithirai in April and May. This town is situated at 80 km west of the Madurai and 27 km from Theni. The famous Mullai River flows through this town. Cumbum is 27 km from Theni. Bus facilities are available. The temple is close to Cumbum bus stand. Goddess Gowmariamman is the main deity of this village. This goddess has an ancient history. This goddess is a 'Swayambu' (naturally grown deity) fulfilling prayers of her devotees. The deity is famous forwarding off ailments of eye diseases, measles and other infection diseases.