Temple in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Temple

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Kumari Amman Temple, Kanyakumari Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Marvelous architecture and location just close to sea shore


If you visit Kanyakumari and you fail to go to Kumari Amman temple, then you missed one of the must-see destinations of the city. This temple has lots of popular myths and beliefs and because of...

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Marudamalai Temple, Coimbatore Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and grand temple of Lord Muruga


Marudamalai temple is one of the best religious places in Coimbatore. It is very magnificent and great pious and religious environment could be felt by just entering the temple area. It is locat...

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Perur Temple, Coimbatore Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Perched at the minimal distance of 6 kms from the city, Perur temple is one of the best sights to be visited in Coimbatore. The temple is basically outcome of the efforts of Karikala Cholan and ...

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Dhyanalinga Yogic Temple, Coimbatore Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Those who perform Yogas and meditation in their daily routine life, then they would love the place with the bottom of their heart. The temple is located amidst the majestic hills and sets the pe...

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Jalagamparai Falls, Yelagiri Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A stunning waterfall nestled in a valley


Nestled in the valley region downhill, the beautiful Jalagamparai Waterfalls is a must visit attraction near Yelagiri. Surrounded with lush green landscapes, this stunning waterfall remains floo...

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Sri Meenakshi Sundereswarar Temple, Madurai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


Popularly known as Meenakshi Temple, Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwar Temple is perfectly believed to be the lifeline of Madurai and is site listed in the world famous attractions. The temple is dedic...

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Alagar Kovil, Madurai Pilgrim

Famous for: Its magnificent construct style


Madurai is a hub of magnificent and outstanding temples and Alagar Kovil is one of them. This beautifully constructed temple is situated only at the distance of 21 kms from Madurai and is dedica...

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Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram Pilgrim

Famous for: Popular pilgrimage shrine, shivalingam, superb architecture and world's longest corridors


Built in the 17th century, the Ramanathaswamy Temple is the major highlight of Rameshwaram and is an important religious shrine to be visited in the entire South India. Dedicated to L...

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Five Faced Hanuman Temple, Rameswaram Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A renowned temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman


Five Faced Hanuman Temple is one of the most renowned temples in Rameshwaram and is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. The mythological legend says that Hanuman showed his profile at this place with fiv...

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Brihadeeswara Temple, Thanjavur Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Ancient temple with wonderful architecture and gigantic mahalingam


Also known as the Big Temple, Brihadeeswara Templeis the most popular religious attraction in Thanjavur. Built by Rajaraja Chola I in the 11th century, the temple is exquisitely const...

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Ekambareswar Temple, Kanchipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A beautiful temple housing 1000 lingas


The Ekambareshwar Temple is one of the largest temples in Kanchipuram with numerous shrines, mandapams, gopurams and tanks. This temple covers an area of 20 acres and was built by Pallavas and w...

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Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kanchipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An architectural marvel housing 1000 pillared hall


The ancient Vardaraja temple attracts devotees throughout the year because of it being one of the 108 'divyadesams'- the holy abodes of Lord Vishnu.There is a big outer wall that surroun...

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Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati


The Kamakshi Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Kamakshi, one of the incarnations of Goddess Parvati.  Located in the heart of Kanchipuram, this temple was built by the Pallava Ki...

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Rock Fort Temple, Tiruchy Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An ancient rock carved temple


The Rock Fort Temple or UcchiPillayarKoil in Trichy, is a combination of two famous 7th century Hindu temples, one dedicated to Lord Ganesh and the other dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located o...

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Viralimalai Murugan Temple, Tiruchy Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Murugun


Situated in the heart of the town of Viralimalai, ViralimalaiMurugan beautiful temple is a must visit religious attraction in the city. The presiding deity enshrined in this temple is Lord Murug...

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Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchy Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: The largest temple in India


The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ranganatha, a reclining form of Lord Vishnu. It is the first and foremost among the 108 Divya Desams, the h...

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Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Temple, Architecture, Scenic Beauty


Dated back to the 8th century AD, the Shore Temple is a must visit tourist attraction in the temple city of Mahabalipuram. This one of the oldest, five storied Hindu temple is actuall...

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Five Rathas, Mahabalipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Temple, Architecture, Scenic Beauty


Five Rathas is a superb example of rock-cut temple built in the late 7th century by the Pallavas. These magnificent temples associated with the Mahabharata period showcase a splendid ...

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Arjunas Penance, Mahabalipuram Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architecture, Stone Carving, Scenic Beauty


Built around mid 7th century, the Arjuna’s Penance is a huge bas-relief erected on two massive boulders. With having a length of 31 m and height of 9 m, this monolithic rock sculptu...

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Kurinji Andavar Temple, Kodaikanal Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Situated at only 5km away from bus stand in Kodai, Kurinji temple is great place of worship for the local people. In this temple, idol of Lord Muruga, the God of Hills, is worshipped. This magni...

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Adeeswar Temple, Chennai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Being one of the main Jain temples in Chennai


Situated at the distance of 9 kms from the Chennai center in Polal village, Adeeswar temple is one of the most-visited temples by the devotees. Basically, the temple is an icon of Jain architect...

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Parthasarthy Temple, Chennai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Being the core center of religious temples, Chennai houses a magnificently built temple named the Parthasarathy temple.  It is one of the main temples of Hindu Vaishnavas. Literally, the wo...

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Kapaleeswarar Temple, Chennai Pilgrim

Famous for: Being one of the oldest temples in Chennai of Dravidian style


Among the oldest and enormous temples in Chennai, it is but obvious to take the name of Kapaleeswarar temple. This astounding temple is devoted to the Lord Shiva and has great place in the heart...

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Thirumoorthy Temple, Coimbatore Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and spectacular waterfall


Tamil Nadu is one of the most religious states of India and Coimbatore justifies it to a great extent. Thirumoorthy Temple in Coimbatore, located near Udumalpet, is renowned temple of Hindus res...

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Velavan Temple, Yelagiri Land, Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A popular temple at Yelagiri Hills


Located on the tip of the Yelagiri Hills, the Velvan Temple is a famous temple which is dedicated to Lord Murugan. The temple offers some of the best views of the gigantic plains and landscapes ...

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Jalagandeeswar Temple, Yelagiri Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: An ancient temple known for its exquisite craftsmanship


Located in the center of the Vellore Fort, the temple is a great place for the devotees and visitors alike. The temple boasts of a mythological background and historical significance that still ...

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Thirupparankundram Temple, Madurai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


Situated at the distance of 8kms from Madurai, there lies the other famous temple of the city named Thiruparankundram. This magnificent temple is dedicated to Lord Subramaniya, who has six abode...

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Koodal Azhagar Temple, Madurai Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Charismatic views and its architectural style


Madurai is very rich in its unique religious monuments and Koodal Azhagar Temple is there in the city to add a lot. Its charismatic views and astonishing architectural style makes the temple out...

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Shevaroy Temple, Yercaud Land, Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A beautiful temple atop the Sevaroyan Hill


Perched at a height of 5326 feet, Shevaroy isa beautiful temple which is situated atop the Servaroyan Hill which is the highest point in Yercaud. Dedicated to Lord Shevaroyan and Goddess Kaveri,...

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Pagoda Point, Yercaud Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An eye-catching view point


Located on the east side of the Yercaud Hills, the Pagoda Point is a view point that offers enchanting views of the Salem town and the nearby captivating scenic vistas of the hill region. Also k...

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Nambu Nayagiamman Temple, Rameswaram Pilgrim

Famous for: A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Rama


Located at a distance of 8 km from the Ramanathaswamy Temple, Nambu Nayagiamman Temple is enchanting temple that is dedicated to Lord Rama. It is a historical temple of 14th century a...

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Dhanushkodi Temple, Rameswaram Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A wonderful temple surrounded by water on four sides


Dhanushkodi Temple is a fantastic temple enveloped by water on all the four sides. Located near the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean, the temple is at the southern tip of India and earlier got com...

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Gandhamadhana Parvatham, Rameswaram Land, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A sacred shrine housing footprints of Lord Rama


Gandhamadhana Parvatham is one of the most renowned temples of South India and attracts a lot of visitors to experience the beautiful scenes of sunrise and sunset. The double storied holy shrine...

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Alangudi Temple, Thanjavur Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Brahspati


Dedicated to Lord Guru Bhagwan or Lord Brahaspati, the Alangudi Temple is a popular attraction in the ancient town of Thanjavur. The mythological legends say that Lord Shiva consumed the deadly ...

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Kailashanather Temple, Kanchipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Shiva temple known for its artistic Dravidian architecture


The Kailashanathar Temple is another famous temple of Kanchipuram, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is considered to be one of the earliest temples built during the Pallava rule by Rajasim...

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Rajiv Gandhi Memorial, Kanchipuram Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A memorial built in the memory of Rajiv Gandhi


Situated in Sriperumpudhur on the route between Chennai and Kanchipuram, Rajiv Gandhi famous memorialwas built up in the memory of Rajiv Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of the country. It is t...

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Tiger Cave, Mahabalipuram Land, Entertainment, Pilgrim

Famous for: Temple, Picnic, Caves


Tigers Cave is a rock cut Hindu temple located in Saluvankuppam near Mahabalipuram. The temple was constructed in the 8th century by the Pallavas. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess D...

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Thirukadalmallai Temple, Mahabalipuram Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Temple, Sculptures, Ocean


Built by the Pallava kings, the temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, known as Valavendai Gnanapiran. Also referred as the Sthalasayana Perumal Temple, the shrine was built to protect the splendid...

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Thirunandhikarai Cave Temple, Kanyakumari Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style and royal grandeur


Temples serve to be the main attractions in India and being part of India, Kanyakumari also offers one of the most magnificent temples in the Southern India – Thirunandhikarai Cave Temple....

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Subrahmanya Temple, Kodaikanal Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and architectural grandeur


Subrahmanya temple, also renowned as Kartikeya temple, is the most popular temple of south India. This magnificent temple is situated at 65kms from Kodai and is also called as Palani temple. In ...

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Nilavoor Lake, Yelagiri Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A shimmering lake with boating facilities


Nilavoor Lake awesome lake is better popular among the tourists for its boating facilities. Located in the NilavoorVillage, this small lake offers captivating views of the nearby surroundings an...

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Moksha Vimochana Temple, Yelagiri Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A calm religious place near Nilavoor Lake


Moksha Vimochana Templewas founded by a saint and is dated back to 14 year back. It is situated near the Nilavoor Lake, the temple shows a perfect example of local architecture with tiled roofin...

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Pazhamudhir Solai, Madurai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architectural style


People of South India are great followers of Lord Subramaniya, incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and as a result one can see thousands of temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the main cities of Tamil N...

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Thirumohur Temple, Madurai Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: One of the main temples of Vaishnavites


Thirumohar Temple is one of the grand temples near Madurai and is situated at the distance of only 10kms. It is located in the close proximity to Ottakkadai. The magnificent temple is dedicated ...

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Sri Raja Rajeswari Temple, Yercaud Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A temple dedicated to Goddess Raja Raheshwari


Nestled amidst the scenic valley, the temple is dedicated to Raja Rajeswari, known as the goddess of all the gods. Built in 1983 by Tirukovilur Thapovanam, it is a popular religious attraction i...

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Jada Tirtham, Rameswaram Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A holy place where Rama washed his hair after killing Ravana


Located around 4 km from the island, Jada Tirtham was the place where Lord Rama installed Ramalingam after killing Ravana. But before installing it, Rama washed his jada or hair with water here ...

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VellaiPuliar Temple, Thanjavur Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Artistic excellence and exquisite craftsmanship


VellaiPuliar Temple is an important ancient temples to be visited in Thanjavur and is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple is mainly known for its wonderful carvings and sculptural works done o...

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Thirumananjeri Temple, Thanjavur Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A pilgrimage destination where the wedding festival of Lord Shiva and Parvati is performed


Located near a small town of Kuthala in the district of Thanjavur, Thirumananjeri Templeis a famous pilgrimage destination. It is believed that the wedding of Lord Shiva and Parvati took place a...

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Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, Kanchipuram Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A major Shakti temple


Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, a beautiful temple is one among the three major shakti temples, the other two being Madurai Meenakshi and KasiVisalakshi. It is an important center for worship of shakti ...

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Gunaseelam Vishnu Temple, Tiruchy Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu


Gunaseelam Vishnu temple Located near the city of Trichy is a shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is a 5,000 year old temple on the banks of River Cauvery and carries immense mythological import...

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Mahabalipuram Beach, Mahabalipuram Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Beaches, Monuments, Temples


Lying at the shore of Bay of Bengal, it is a long serene beach which came into notice only after the 20th century. This beautiful unexplored beach is a favored haunt for the tourists ...