Sep 30, 2022

BY: ET Online

Top 10 famous temples in South India

Virupaksha Temple, Hampi

The temple is well-known for its tall gopuram, grand architecture, and intricate carvings.

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The Srirangam Temple, Tamil Nadu

Srirangam, one of the grandest South Indian temples, is set in ethereal surroundings and exudes a prestigious but nevertheless serene aura.

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Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

The temple's halls, gopurams, and shrines are ornate and grand in presence.

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Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati

The temple, also known as Tirupati Balaji temple, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple's construction is thought to have begun in 300 AD.

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Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram

Among South Indian temples, this one has one of the longest and most ornate corridors. Rameswaram is also one of the pilgrimage char dhams.

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Airavateswara Temple, Kumbakonam

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and takes its name from Airavata, Indra's white elephant who worshipped Lord Shiva in this temple. The temple is famous solely for its exquisite stone carvings.

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Brihadeshwara Temple, Thanjavur​

It is one of the most well-known South Indian temples and is part of the "Great Living Chola Temples." This magnificent temple is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This magnificent India temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, celebrated its 1005th anniversary in 2015.

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Suchindram Temple, Kanyakumari

The temple's unique features include four musical pillars, a hanging pillar, and a single Linga that represents the triumvirs, Brahma-Vishnu-Mahesh.

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Ayyappa Temple, Sabarimala

This temple is significant not only for its religious elements, but also for its based on culture, societal, and cultural influences.

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