Location
Sri Gowthameswarar Temple is situated in the south west region of Mahamaham tank in Kumbakonam. This temple has an important place in the Maha Kumbamela held once in 12 years in Kumbakonam. The religious devotees visiting Kumbakonam unfailingly offer prayers at this temple after taking bath in the Mahamaham tank. This temple is dedicated to God Yagnobhaveetheswar and Goddess Sundaranayagi, the prime deity's consort.
The temple architecture is in tune with the construction styles of other age old temples in Kumbakonam. The gopurams and the inner sanctums are adorned with beautiful structures and statues.