Devakottai is a small town situated in the Chettinad region of
Sivagangai District,
Tamil Nadu. It is located 74 km south of
Pudukkottai and about 50 km north-east of
Sivagangai.
Devakottai heralds much religious and historical significance; it was the site of many social and independent movements in the past. In 1934, Mahatma Gandhi visited the town to condole the death of ‘Poochi’, who died while protesting against the evil practice of terming the lower class people as untouchables.
Kalaiyarkoil Temple (30 km), Kandadevi village and Karaikudi are some tourist spots situated nearby. Madurai and Rameshwaram constitute interesting excursions outside Devakottai.
Nearest airport is at Madurai. Karaikudi Junction Railway Station serves Devakottai.
