Religious site
Punnainallur Mariamman Temple
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Punnainallur Mariamman Temple is a popular Hindu shrine in Thanjavur, dedicated to the goddess Mariamman, a form of Shakti associated with rain and healing. The temple is especially known for its annual festival, usually in July–August, which draws large crowds. During the festival, devotees participate in fire-walking ceremonies, carry kavadi (decorated burdens), and witness processions with the goddess’s idol. The temple’s architecture includes a colorful gopuram and a sanctum with a powerful idol of Mariamman. Visitors experience a lively, devotional atmosphere.
Don't miss
- The annual festival with fire-walking and kavadi processions
- The vibrant gopuram and the main idol of goddess Mariamman
- The temple’s role as a center for healing and rain prayers
Getting there
More attractions in Thanjavur
