Sri Maariamman Kovil is a famous temple in Sivakasi.
Sri Maariamman is the Goddess of the temple. It is a
relatively new temple. "Kumbabhishekam" for this temple
was held on 21-1-1983. "Kumbabhishekam" for the "Gopuram"
of this temple was held on 6-2-1984. There is a beautiful
Silver Ratham in the temple.
Panguni Pongal
Panguni Pongal is the festival celebrated for
10 days in this temple. On the 7th day the
"Ratha Urchavam" (Therottam) is held. On the 7th
day the "Ratha Urchavam" (Therottam) is held.
The people move the giant car (Ratham) through
four streets of Sivakasi during the festival.
It is a spectacular event.