Despite the 34 degrees heat on Friday, May 29 evening, a large number of people gathered at Sri Velleeswarar Temple to take part in what is a unique event celebrated during the vaikasi vizha here.
Sukra Bhagavan Kan Peruthal (கண் பெறுதல்).
This event refers to the legend where lord Sukra (the planet Venus) regained his lost eyesight by performing severe penance to lord Shiva.
