Uthirakosamangai is a sacred place, situated 16 km south-west of
Ramanathapuram and 72 km from
Rameshwaram, in
Tamil Nadu.
The place is famous for an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The deity here is carved in Emerald. Goddess Mangalesvari is also worshipped here.
A large number of devotees visit Uthirakosamangai to worship Lord Shiva and celebrate Arudhra Festival, which is held in the month of December.
