 Andal is the only female Azhwar saint of the 12 Alvar saints of South India.She is credited with the Tamil works of "Thirupavai" and "Nachiar Tirumozhi" that are still recited by devotees during the Winter festival season of Margazhi.The town wakes up to the sounds of "Thiruppavai" is believed to lead to a sublime atmosphere throughout the day.