 Famous freedom fighters Veerapandiya Kattabomman and his brother Umathaiturai hid in a fort at Tirumayam, after their fight against the British during 17th Century.Thirumayam is a much-frequented picnic spot and affords much to the discerning tourist who ventures a little beyond the beaten track.The main attractions of the place are the fort, and the Shiva and Thirumal temples.