What is "kooduthurai"

Kooduthurai, or Mukkoodal is a holy place situated in Bhavani near Erode, Tamil Nadu, India. The place is situated at the confluence of three rivers: Kaveri, Bhavani and the mystic Sarasvati River. On the banks of Kooduthurai, Thirunana Sangameswarar Temple is located. The name comes from Tamil 'koodu' (join or mingle) and 'thurai' (river bed).