Thirukkolur

[3] The coordinates of Thirukkolur are 8.5949° N, 77.9582° E. According to a Hindu legend, Kubera, the lord of wealth, was once cursed by Shiva for his lustful glance towards Parvati.Kubera soon realized his mistake and repented for his sin, seeking forgiveness from Shiva and Parvathi.

[4] Due to availability of water resources and fertile land, agriculture is widely practiced.

Madurakavi Alwar was a disciple of Nammalvar The central government has given permission to carry out excavations at 5 places near Adichanallur including Thirukkolur to find the habitats of the ancient people.

On 5 February 2023, Archeological Survey of India commenced excavation near Chera Chola Pandeeswarar Temple at Thirukkolur.

Daily passenger trains from Tiruchendur, Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli halt in these stations.

Sri Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, Thirukkolur
Garuda Sevai (religious procession) in Thirukkolur during Saturdays of Purattasi Month. Vaithamanidhi Perumal (Left) and Madurakavi Alwar ( Right)
Annual Car festival in Vaithamanithi Perumal Temple