Devotees offer worship at float festival

The idols of Lord Jambukeswarar and Sri Akilandeswari were brought to the float where special 'pujai' was performed.

July 26, 2012 12:50 pm | Updated 12:51 pm IST - TIRUCHI:

Float festival in Sri Akilandeswari samedha-Jambukeswarar Temple in Thiruvanaikovil in Trichy on Wednesday. Photo: M.Srinath

Float festival in Sri Akilandeswari samedha-Jambukeswarar Temple in Thiruvanaikovil in Trichy on Wednesday. Photo: M.Srinath

A large number of devotees witnessed the 'theppam' (float) festival at Sri Akilandeswari- Jambukeswarar temple at Thiruvanaikovil in the city on Wednesday and offered worship.

The idols of Lord Jambukeswarar and Sri Akilandeswari were brought to the float where special 'pujai' was performed. The idols, along with Panchamurthi, were taken around the tank five times marking the significance of the festival.

Elaborate arrangements were made for the smooth conduct of the festival.

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