10 TOURIST MUST SEE TEMPLES IN TAMILNADU

TamilNadu is an enchanting place that is sure to leave you spell bound with its magnificent architecture, rich culture and exotic places.

1. Brihadeshwara Temple – Tanjore

This temple is dedicated to lord Shiva. Erected by Raja Raja Chola. It is believed that the kalasha is made out of single stone carving.

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 9 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

2. Kapaleeswara Temple – Chennai

Constructed in 7^th Century, devoted to Lord Shiva. Legends say that Shakti prayed to Lord Shiva in the form of a peacock. This temple is located by the sea which is a major plus.

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 1 P.M , 4 P.M – 8 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

3. Meenakshi Amman Temple – Madurai

It is dedicated to Goddess Menakshi or Parvathi, the consort of Lord Shiva. This temple is featured in the list of 30 nominees for the “Seven Wonders of the world

Opening hours: 5 A.M – 10 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

4. Natraja Temple – Chidambaram

The presiding deity in this Temple is Lord Chidambaram. It justifies the rich Dravidian style of architecture.

Opening hour: 6 A.M – 8 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

5. Mahabaliburam, Group of Monuments – Chennai

Mahabaliburam of TN is a historic town.

These monuments are divided into four categories

1. Ratha temples
2. Mandapas or cave temples
3. Structural Temples
4. Rock Reliefs

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 6 P.M

Entrance fee: 10 Rupees for Indians, 250 Rupees for foreigners

Camera fee: 25 Rupees

6. Arunachaleshwar Temple – Tiruvannamalai

Sri Arunachaleshwar is the presiding God of the temple. God is in the form of Fire. The main feature of this temple is the celebration of the Karthigai Deepam Festival.

Opening hours: 5 A.M – 9 P.M (GIRIVALAM ALLOWED FOR FULL DAY)

Entrance fee: Free

7. Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple – Kanchipuram

It was built in dedication to the God Shiva in the 7^th Century. It’s the oldest structure in Kanchipuram

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 8.30 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

8. Ramanathaswamy Temple – Rameshwaram

This 12th century temple boasts the longest corridor among all India’s Hindu temples. It is the stunning temple, with Corridors running in total over 3000 feet make this complex site to visit.

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 8 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

9. Gangai Konda Cholapuram – Kumbakonam

This temple reflects the power and prestige of the Chola Empire between 11^th and 13^th Centuries. This temple would definitely regret not exploring.

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 7 P.M

Entrance fee: Free

10. Sri Ranganatha Temple – Srirangam, Trichy.

It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is the largest temple in India and its gopuram measuring 72 M, is the highest of its kind in the world. Trichy is an important place of pilgrimage for worshippers of Lord Vishnu.

Opening hours: 6 A.M – 8 P.M

Entrance fee: Free