Category Archives: Temples

Siva Temple in Vaikam – Siva Temple – Vaikom Temple – Mahadeva Temple

The Siva temple in Vaikam (Kottayam district) has a rich puranic and folk lore tradition. It is also impressive artistically. In its present form it may not date earlier than the sixteenth century. But this is so only because of … Continue reading

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Hoysalesvara Temple in Halebid – Hoysaleswara Temple – Hoysaleswara Temple Karnataka

The Hoysalesvara temple was built by Ketamalla, an officer of King Vishnuvardhana in or about 1121. Probably, sculptures continued to be added to it till at least 1141. On plan the temple consists of two sancta, each with its sukhanasi, … Continue reading

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Bhoganandisvara Temple in Nandi – Bhoganandishwara Temple – Bhoganandishwara Temple Nandi Hills

The Nandi hills about 60 Km north of Bangalore is also a health resort. There are two temples, one on the hills and the other in the town at the foot. On the hills there are also many Mandapas, natural … Continue reading

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Sri Kothandaramar Temple – Mudikondan

Kothandaramar temple is located in Mudikondan, Tamil Nadu.The main deity of the temple is family of Lord Rama. The unique part of the temple is that Lord Shri Rama is seen facing East since he gave darshan to Saint Bhardwaja … Continue reading

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Shri Thamarayalkelvan Parthanapalli Temple – Parthanapalli Temple

Parthanapalli Temple is one of the Thirunangoore Divyadesa temple. It is located at 4 kms distance from Thituvenkadu. Lord Thamarayalkelvan is the main deity of the temple. The idol of  the Lord holds a sword in the hand. The idol … Continue reading

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Sri Katkaraiappan Temple | Katkaraiappan Temple – Thirukakkarai

Katkaraippan Temple is situated in Kochi, Kerela.  It is one of the 108 Divyadesas and is approximately 4,500 years old.The story of the temple is linked to both sections of the society. It is revered by the Saivites, as well … Continue reading

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Sri Satyagiriswarar Temple – Thirumayam

Satyagiriswarar temple is situated in Pudukottai district in Tamil Nadu. It is one of the Divyadesam. The preceding deity of this temple is Satyagiriswarar. This temple was built by Pallavas king with a view to harmonize the relations between Saivism … Continue reading

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Shri Adhikesava Perumal Temple – Thiruvattar

Adikesavaperumal Temple is a Hindu temple located in Thiruvattar, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya desams, the holy sites of Hindu Vaishnavism. The temple is a surrounded from three rivers River Kothai, River Pahrali and River Thamirabarani. … Continue reading

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Sri Narasinga Perumal Temple – Mannadimangalam

Narasinga Perumal Temple is located in Mannadimangalam, Tamil Nadu. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Narasimha is well known for his furious nature. He is found in a state of Shanti in this temple. Lord Narasimha is linked … Continue reading

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Sri Pundarikaashan Temple – Pundarikaksha Temple – Lord Pundarikaksha

Pundarikaashan temple is located in Thiruvellari, Tamil Nadu. It is built on a 14 acre land. It is one of the 108 Divyadesas. Lord Pudarikaashan and Goddess Mahalakshami are  the preceding deity of the temple. According to ancient scriptures, Lord … Continue reading

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