Arulmigu Koniamman Temple

Arulmigu Koniamman Temple, is a historic Hindu temple located on the northern bank of the Noyyal River of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to the goddess Koniamman, a form of Parvati. The temple is at the center of the city of Coimbatore in the core of the city, Town Hall, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. Koniamman is the "Guardian Deity" of the city. This temple is one of the twin historic temples in the city, the other being Perur Pateeswarar Temple.

Etymology

Koyamma, the goddess worshiped by chieftain Kovan evolved into Koniamma and the name of the city Koyampuththoor could have been derived from Kovaiamma.

History

The temple was built during 11th century by the descendants of chieftain "Kovan".

Architecture

An gopuram, the tallest in the entire region was completed in 2011 at a cost of by the Government of Tamilnadu.

Car Festival

The car festival of Koniamman Temple is conducted during the month of Panguni, which is the most prominent local festival in the city. Then the thirukalyana vaibogam, the marriage ceremony of Koniamman, Kudndam vizha and Temple float festival takes place.