In Thanjavur, Thirugnanasambandar natal star is celebrated as Muththu Pallakku starting from the midnight till dawn,more or less like Nadaswara Anjali by veteran vidwans (Pazhang kathai!) Muthu Pallakku or vimanam with decorated deities takes part in the procession almost from all the streets inside and out side the fort,ofcourse from saivaite temples.,except Periya Koil! 12 garudasevai in Kumbakonam, 22 garudasevai in Thanjavur. N.S