Kodi Maram Temple, palani Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: Dindigul Address: – Phone – Hindu Agama Shastras compare a Temple to the human body. Just as an individual soul is enveloped by five košas or sheaths – (Annamova, Prãnamaya, Manomaya, Vynãnamaya and Ãnandamaya) – the Deity […]
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu, located in the southern part of India, is often referred to as the “Land of Temples” due to its rich heritage of ancient temples. The state is home to several historically significant and architecturally stunning temples, each with its unique story and cultural significance. The temples of Tamil Nadu offer a glimpse into the region’s spiritual and cultural traditions and attract tourists and devotees from all over the world.
One of the most famous temples is the Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai, dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. The temple’s intricate architecture and intricate carvings make it a marvel of Dravidian architecture and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the region’s history and culture.
Another significant temple in Tamil Nadu is the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, built during the Chola dynasty in the 11th century. The temple’s towering vimana and the massive Nandi statue at the entrance make it one of the most iconic landmarks in South India.
Apart from these, there are several other temples in Tamil Nadu that are worth visiting, such as the Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam, the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Kanchipuram, and the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Chennai. Each temple has its unique significance and offers visitors a glimpse into the region’s diverse cultural traditions.
In conclusion, a visit to the temples of Tamil Nadu is a journey through the state’s spiritual and cultural heritage. The temples’ exquisite architecture, intricate carvings, and spiritual significance make them a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the region’s history and culture.
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Karthlgai Mandapam Temple, palani
Karthlgai Mandapam Temple, palani Date built: – Deity: -kartikey Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: Dindigul Address: – Phone – In the widened east street, the emerald green of fields and the cool blue of the Kodai hills is very exhilarating . The very name “Kodai hills” carries a special significance. There […]
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Seval Vilrutham temple, palani
{Temple Name} Date built: – Deity: Seval Vilrutham Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: Dindigul Address: – Phone – Valli spring is a holy tank. Those who come by the steps may come by the elephant track and reach the spring. Those who come by the elephant track and reach the spring. […]
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Valli Temple, palani
Valli Temple, palani Date built: – Deity: Valli Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: Dindigul Address: – Phone – After climbing a little, we can see the Valli Temple in the left. In its front mandapa in a stucco niche is Valli. Vinayaga and two mortals are also seen. Are they Valli’s […]
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Sadhu Swamygal Samathi Temple, palani
{Temple Name} Date built: – Deity: Sadhu Swamygal Samathi Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: dindigul Address: – Phone – Big Samadhi shrine of Sadhu Swamigal. Sanyas are generally called Sadhus. It seems he is a perfect Sadhu. That is why he is given double name for emphasis. His Samadhi is in […]
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Bairavar Temple,palani
{Temple Name} Date built: – Deity: Bairavar Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: dindigul Address: – Phone – The Bairavar temple is at north-west end of the street and faces east. Three barred gates guard this old temple. After the first gate are two Balipeetas. Generally there will be only one Balipeetas […]
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Vana Durgai Amma Temple, Palani
Vana Durgai Amma Temple, Palani Date built: – Deity: Vana Durgai Architectural style: – Major festivals Locale: palani District:: Dindigul Address: – Phone – We are now proceeding to the all powerful Vana Durga temple. The Vinayagar at the right side of the entrance attracts larger number of devotees. In the Arda Mandapa, apposite to […]
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Ayyappan Temple,Palani
Ayyappan Temple – Giri Street,Palani Date built: – Deity: -Ayyappn Architectural style: {Dravidian architecture} Major festivals palani festival Locale: palani District:: dindigul Address: – Phone – Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: Palani is approximately 100 kilometers from the Coimbatore. Mode of transport from the Coimbatore to the Palani includes […]
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Azhagu Natchiamman Temple, Palani
Azhagu Natchiamman Temple – Giri street Date built: – Deity: Idumban Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: dindigul Address: – Phone – Have you knocked your head on the steps of Valampuri Vinayagar? Then move on. A little distance away is the third peacock Mandapa. Here is Idumban. Tank abutting the […]
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Thalaivali Theerkkum Vinayagar Temple, palani
Thalaivali Theerkkum Vinayagar, palani Date built: – Deity: Valampuri Vinayagar Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: palani District:: dindigul Address: – Phone – Near the Idumban hill is the farm of Forest Department Going a little farther we come to a Valampuri Vinayagar who cures even serious headaches. A board with the words “Head […]