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Kosapet (Tamil: குயப்பேட்டை) is a suburb of Chennai. The name is a corruption of Kuyavar Pettai ("Potter's Locality"), and originated due to the concentration of potters and artisans in this area. The area is Ward 98 (Zone 7) of Chennai Corporation.

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Kosapet (Tamil Nadu)
Kosapet
Kosapet (India)
Coordinates: 13°05′32.0″N 80°15′18.6″E
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
MetroChennai
Elevation
33 m (108 ft)
Languages
  OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)

Kosapet is situated near Purasawalkam. Kuyavar Pettai is the original name. The locality is popular for many events and festival celebrations which is unique in every street. Kandasami temple which is one of the oldest temples in this area is famous for its festivals such as bramha utsav, kandasasti and other celebrations. There is a tank which belongs to the temple; it helps to keep the ground water level intact.


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A potter making a Clay Pillayar idol in Kusapettai
A potter making a Clay Pillayar idol in Kusapettai
Sri Vaembu Aathi Muthumari Amman Temple
Sri Vaembu Aathi Muthumari Amman Temple

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