Manimangalam Kottravai

In Manimangalam, an uprooted tree during the 2015 Vardah storm led to unearthing and discovering the ancient sculpture of Kottravai (also known as Vishnu Durga and Mahisasuramardini). 

The majestic Kottravai, standing atop the buffalo-faced Mahisasura, has eight arms. She holds conch and discus in her upper arms. Her vahana (mount) deer is found on her right side, and a parrot is found on her left side. Two devotees are there near her feet. One of them is found worshiping with his hands folded.

The sculpture, possibly made during the Chola era, got its own temple and regular daily poojas in the last six years. 

The charming ancient sculpture of Kottravai is definitely adding value to the heritage-rich village of Manimangalam.

Thanks to Mr. Logu from this locality, who discovered this sculpture and raised funds to build this temple.

Happy travelling.