Kumbeswarar temple kumbakonam is a important temple dedicated to lord shiva  with presiding deity of Aadi Kumbeswarar and the Lord's consort Manthrapeeteswari Mangalambika. The Mangalambika shrine is revered as a Shakti Peetham or mantra peetam. Kumbeswarar temple is situated at the centre of the town 38 km north east of Thanjavur and 35 km west of Mailaduturai .

The Kumbeswara Temple is an architectural marvel which reflects the typical characteristics of Dravidian architecture.The temple is said to be over 1300 years old. Intricate artwork, beautiful sculptures mark the beauty of the temple. Built by a Chola King the building had been renovated by a Nayak King. The images of Sri Ambal, Sri Durgaiamman and Sri Kirathamoorti reflect the classic antiquity.

The Mahamaham tank where the Makham festival takes place once in 12 years is associated with this temple. The festival is celebrated on the conjunction of the moon with the Mahanakshatra and Jupiter crosses one Rasi or sign in about one year. During the Mahamaham Festival people take a bath in the holy waters of Kumbeswara Temple and it is believed that during this time the deities remain present on this occasion.