Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam is one of the largest temple tanks in Tamil Nadu, located about 5 km from the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai. The large square tank, built in 1646 during the reign of Thirumalai Nayakkar, has a small island shrine in its centre dedicated to Lord Ganesha (Vinayaka). The tank is famous for the annual Teppam (float) festival held in January-February during which the deities are taken out on decorated floats on the illuminated tank for ten days of celebrations, drawing thousands of devotees. The tank is also a pleasant evening walking destination with a park surrounding it.
- Address: Meenakshi Nagar, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625009
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