Pechiamman Temple is dedicated to Goddess
Shakti. Situated in the banks of Vaigai river in
Madurai, the temple also has separate shrine for
Vinayaka, Laadapuratthu Aiyyanar, Irullappa swam and Nagamma. Legend has it that Pechiamman guards the
Madurai Meenakshiamman temple. The temple deity is in standing posture with a sword in one hand, and the head of an asura in the other hand. Special
pujas are performed on Fridays including milk and coconut water
abhishekams and offering of po
ngal neivedyam at night. The main festivals are
Shivratri and Pongal which are celebrated in the month of Thai (mid January – mid February).
