India Mint Stamp

Lokith Philately

Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu

Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers

Date of issue: 25.08.1977

Pin code: 638301

Status: Active

PO Name: Bhavani

Description: Bhavani is a peninsular island area situated at the north of Erode city and it's about 85 KM from Coimbatore city on National Highway 47. It lies at the confluence of the rivers Kaveri, the largest river in Tamilnadu and Bhavani, the second largest river in Tamilnadu with the invisible mystic Saraswathi river. Hence this place is known as the Triveni Sangam of south. The Sangameswarar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, built at the confluence of these rivers, is a scared place of Hindus. The temple is located on the northern bank where the rivers meet. Bhavani is also known as the Carpet city, as the leading business of the town is known for its carpet industry. The Permanent Pictorial cancellation depicts Sangameswarar Temple.

Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post