A look at how Maha Shivaratri was celebrated in the temples in the area

Devotees thronged the Sivan temples in the area during the night of Maha Shivaratri. Special poojas and abhishekams were performed to the deities in the temples, prasadams were distributed and music and dance events, discourses were organised at some places. Here are some pictures that show how the night was celebrated:

Picture on the left was taken at Kapali Temple.

Sri Kapali Temple

Sri Velleswarar Temple:

Sri Virupaksheeswarar Temple

Sri Malleeswarar Temple:

Sri Karaneeswarar Temple