Kottakovil

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This is one of the famous temples built for Lord Shiva. It is located on the northern side of Dharmapuri. This old temple was renewed and maintained by the Government and people of Dharmapuri. Rare sculptures and paintings can be found in this temple. The main speciality of this temple is the 'Hanging pillar'. There is also a legend that there was a secret passage that connects temple to Adhiyamankottai and that the Government has closed the passage for certain issues.