Virachilai

The main deity of this temple Adaikkalam Kaththa Ambal, is facing in the north, therkku vasal Karuppar in the south.

Vinayagar, Karuppar, Paththu Raja, Mariamman, and Saptha Kannigal are also present in this temple along with Adaikkalam Kaththa Ambal.

Chevvai, (the main festival of this temple) is celebrated in the Tamil month of Vaigasi every year by Virachilai thevar, nattargal, in a grand manner for 22 days.

These two bacteria are able to grow at 40-45oC, during which they produce lactic acid and various other byproducts that give kallu its unique flavor.

Virachilai thevar people are divided into 10 groups (vagai in Tamil) depending upon the location of their farms.

People must keep all the pooja items in a basket on their respective MANAIs', a special flat decorated stone installed in front of every house.

Oyilattam Picture The nearby villages, Neikkunam, Melavayal, Rendivayal, V. Laxmipuram, Idayankadu, Kanakkavayal, Maruthakudipatti are well associated with religious activities in past centuries.