Masi Peruvizha - Mel Malayanur Angalamman Koil - Vizhupuram.

Maasi Peruvizha - Arulmigu Mel Malayanur Angalamman Kovil. The Arulmigu Mel Malayanur Angalamman Kovil is located in the town of Melmalayanur, Villupuram. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Angalamman, who is an avatar of Goddess Parvathi. Traditionally, it is believed that Goddess Parvathi was born inside the sanctum of this temple. The square-shaped sanctum also consists of an ancient snake pit. The deity Goddess Angalamman bestows blessings to her devotees by facing the north direction. The Maasi Peruvizha is celebrated during the Tamil calendar month of “ Maasi”, which falls between the months of February and March. The 13- day festival starts with a holy flag hoisting at the temple to embark on the commencement of the festival. The devotees collect various kinds of grains and cook large quantities of food to set it out on the burning grounds as an offering to the Goddess. Thousands of devotees throng this temple to witness the famous  Mayanakollai - Pillaging of the graveyard. The “Graveyard Festival” starts with a special pooja at the temple, after which the deity is carried in procession amidst numerous devotees dressed as fierce Goddess. Mudikayiru, a sacred thread is given at the temple and is believed to provide protection from evil, disease, witchcraft, and magical spells. It also aids in bringing prosperity to the family and overcoming obstacles and challenges in getting married and having a child.