Chitra Radha Vallabha Perumal Temple, Kuruvithurai, Madurai Date built: – Deity: Vishnu Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Vaikunta Ekadasi Locale: Kuruvithurai District:: Madurai Address: Chitra Radha Perumal Temple,Kuruvithurai – 625 207,Vadipatti Taluk, Via Cholavandhan, Madurai District Phone +91 91592 36762 / 97903 55234 Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/chitra-radha-vallabha-perumal-temple-kuruvithurai-madurai.html Chitra Radha Vallabha Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple […]
Madurai
Madurai, located in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is known as the “Temple City” due to its numerous magnificent temples that date back several centuries. The city’s rich cultural and religious heritage is evident in its stunning temples, which showcase the finest examples of Dravidian architecture.
One of the most famous temples in Madurai is the Meenakshi Amman Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Meenakshi, a form of the Goddess Parvati. The temple is known for its stunning gopurams (towers), intricate carvings, and rich history, dating back to the 6th century. Another famous temple in Madurai is the Koodal Azhagar Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is known for its unique architecture and is considered to be one of the 108 Divya Desams, holy shrines revered by the followers of the Vaishnavism tradition.
The Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple, located atop a hill, is another popular attraction in Madurai. Dedicated to Lord Murugan, the temple is known for its stunning surroundings and spiritual significance. The Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, another temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, is also a must-visit temple in Madurai, known for its unique rock-cut architecture and rich history.
Apart from these famous temples, Madurai is also home to a number of lesser-known but equally beautiful temples, such as the Kallazhagar Temple in Alagar Koyil and the Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam Temple, known for its annual float festival. These temples offer a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of Tamil Nadu.
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Villayuthamudaya Ayyanar Temple, Kochadai, Madurai
Villayuthamudaya Ayyanar Temple, Kochadai, Madurai Date built: Deity: Sastha Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Mahasivarathri Locale: Kochadai District:: Madurai Address: Villayuthamudaya Ayyanar / Sri Muthaiya Swamy TempleKochadai, Madurai District Phone +91 452 6524201 Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/villayuthamudaya-ayyanar-temple-kochadai-madurai.html Villayuthamudaya Ayyanar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Sastha, a Village Deity located at Kochadai, a suburb […]
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Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Madurai
Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Madurai Date built: Deity: Vishnu Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Madurai District:: Madurai Address: Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple (Navaneethakrishna Temple), South Masi Street, Madurai – 625 001 Phone +91 452 233 2138 Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/prasanna-venkatesa-perumal-temple-madurai.html Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in […]
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Veda Narayana Perumal Temple, Kodikulam, Madurai
Veda Narayana Perumal Temple, Kodikulam, Madurai Date built: – Deity: Veda Narayana Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Vaikunda Ekadasi Locale: Kodikulam District:: Madurai Address: Vedanarayana Perumal Temple, Kodikulam, Madurai – 625 104 Phone +91 452 2423 444 Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/veda-narayana-perumal-temple-kodikulam-madurai.html Veda Narayana Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located at Kodikulam […]
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Devaparai Bala Dhandayuthapani Temple, Yanaimalai, Madurai
Devaparai Bala Dhandayuthapani Temple, Yanaimalai, Madurai Date built: – Deity: Murugan Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Yanaimalai District:: Madurai Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/devaparai-bala-dhandayuthapani-temple-yanaimalai-madurai.html Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach Devaparai Bala Dhandayuthapani Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located at Yanaimalai in Madurai […]
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Jain Cave Temple Complex, Yanaimalai, Madurai
Jain Cave Temple Complex, Yanaimalai, Madurai Date built: Deity: Narasinga Asthram Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals – Locale: Yanaimalai District:: Madurai Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/jain-cave-temple-complex-yanaimalai-madurai.html Jain Cave Temple Complex is Jain religious complex consisting of Jain Cavern and Jain Sculptural Cave Temple located in Yanaimalai Hill in Madurai District of Tamilnadu. Yanaimalai (Elephant […]
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Ladan Cave Temple, Yanaimalai, Madurai
Ladan Cave Temple, Yanaimalai, Madurai Date built: – Deity: Murugan Architectural style: Tamil Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Yanaimalai District:: Madurai Address: – Phone – Original Source: https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/06/ladan-cave-temple-yanaimalai-madurai.html Ladan Cave Temple is a rock cut cave temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located at Yanaimalai in Madurai District of Tamilnadu. Yanaimalai (Elephant Hill) is a protected monument and tourist […]
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Arupadai Veedu Temple, Pazhamuthicholai, Madurai
Arupadai Veedu – Pazhamuthicholai, madurai Date built: – Deity: muruga Architectural style: Dravidian architecture Major festivals Skanda Sashti festival Locale: madurai District:: madurai Address: Alagar Hills R.F., Tamil Nadu 624401 Phone 095842 36781 Pazhamutircolai is situated 19 kilometres from the temple town of Madurai. The place is full of natural beauty and sylvan surroundings. This hill […]