• The origin of the word Koothanur was a village gifted by Raja Raja Chola II to the tamil poet Ottakkootthan, blessed by Goddess Saraswathi.
• The temple has attained popularity by gaining the status of the only temple dedicated to Saraswathi. Devotees throng the place praying for their children’s education, liberation from previous births by taking a bath in the Triveni Sangamam.

Pooja details in Koothanur Saraswathi Amman Temple

On full moon nights, children are brought here and the word “Om” is written on their tongues, with a stick dipped in honey. It is believed that such children blossom into fine orators, poets and musicians.

• Though one can worship Here on all days of the week, Wednesdays are specially chosen for excellence in education and knowledge. Devotees throng the temple on Vijaya Dasami Day with their children and begin their studies with a pooja at the feet of the Goddess .

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• Pickup and Drop point is Kumbakonam or Mayiladuthurai. The trip would be customised based on requirements and all complete details would be provided before booking.