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Tamil Nadu

Mariamman Temple

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Major Airports :

Mysore Airport (MYQ)

Coimbatore International Airport (CIB)

Nearest Railway Station :

Udagamandalam Railway Station

Major Airports :

Mysore Airport (MYQ)

Coimbatore International Airport (CIB)

A revered sanctuary in Ooty

Explore Ooty's Mariamman Temple, dedicated to the revered local deity Goddess Mariamman. Interestingly, the temple is dedicated to both Mariamman and Kaliamman. There is an interesting local tradition behind this. The story goes that some merchants sighted two sisters, clearly of noble stature, here. They asked for a place to stay and when the merchants replied, they vanished in a flash. The merchants realised that they had been granted a vision of goddesses Mariamman and Kaliamman. Therefore the locals built a temple for both of them on the same site.

A tale of two sisters

The Mariamman Temple is associated with an intriguing legend. According to this tale, traders from Coimbatore would convene every Tuesday to engage in commerce with tribal communities in the area. However, one fateful Tuesday brought an extraordinary occurrence as two sisters rushed through the bustling market. These siblings exuded a divine aura, apparent in both their appearance and demeanour, prompting locals to advise them to take refuge beneath a nearby tree.

What unfolded that night was truly remarkable—a sudden burst of lightning or a brilliant flash of light illuminated the area, casting its radiance upon everything in its vicinity. In the wake of this incredible event, the enigmatic sisters had completely disappeared, leading people to realise that they were celestial beings. As a token of their reverence, a temple was erected in honour of Goddess Kaliamman and Mariamman, commemorating this magical encounter.

Timings

Opening time - 06:00 AM

Closing time - 08:00 PM

Explore the diverse attractions close by

Visit Ooty and experience its cultural and natural splendours first-hand! Start off your visit at Raj Bhavan, an elegant mansion situated on the western slopes of Doddabetta Peak known for its exceptional architecture that sprawls across an impressive 87-acre property. Unleash Ooty's vibrant cultural history at the Government Tribal Museum. Here, immerse yourself in the rich tales of its 18 indigenous tribes - including the Toda people! To complete your journey, head over to Toda Village. There, you'll have the chance to discover the unique lifestyle of the Toda tribe - originally native inhabitants of this region - who call the area home. Visit their traditional semi-barrel-shaped huts and learn all about their fascinating history and vibrant culture.

Visit the Tea Factory and Tea Museum located in the breathtaking Nilgiris hills to gain insight into tea production in India, its rich history, and development. After learning all there is to know about tea-making, visit Ooty Lake for boating, horse-riding, amusement park rides, deer park exploring opportunities. Finally stop by Ooty Rose Garden; its impressive collection of over 2,500 rose varieties make it India's largest Rose Garden.

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