Peace, Faith and Art – South India Offers it All!

Want to learn more about history, architect and religion? Well, South India is the best place to drive for all this. The southern part of the Indian subcontinent showcases the most awe-strikingly majestic temples that have some of the most detailed stone carving from history. The beautiful nature adds to the package and rejuvenates you from the within. Dotted with most beautiful temples in South India with immense religious significance. South India is a magnificent fusion of history, art and culture. Take a tour to learn, feel, and explore.

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
Dedicated to lord Ranganathaswamy aka lord Vishnu, the temple is huge and spreads over 156 acres. The temple comprises of seven rectangular courtyards and allows anyone to worship 21 Gopurams. The complex is one the largest temple flawlessly flaunting some of the best architectural work from history. Apart from other magnificent structures the temple leaves you awe-struck with the work of “hall of 1000 pillars”.

Brihadeeswara Temple, Tanjore
Standign tall for more than 1000 years now, the temple is a masterpiece of the Chola dynasty. Dedicated to Nandi the bull, the temple is an attraction with a huge 2.7m high Shivlinga, carved out of single stone and also the massive idol of bull. The temple is considered to be an architectural wonder and is the perfect example of the expertise of the erstwhile Chola rulers, Designed by the masterminds of architecture the Brihadeeswarar Temple is designed in such a way that the vimana never ever casts a shadow on the ground at noon.

Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram
Standing as a testimony of the architectural heritage, the Shore temple comprises of three shrines. Situated on the banks of Bay of Bengal the granite temple looks like a chariot from a distance which is believed to resemble the Dharmaraja rath.

Krishna Cave Temple, Mahabalipuram
Holding the position of the oldest cave temple of the region, the rock cut temple is an elegant piece of art. The carvings show the life of Lord Krishna and gopies around him. Also called ‘Krishna mandapam’, the temple has arjun penance as its neighbor which is believed to be a replica of Arjun’s chariot.

Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Known for its outstanding and impressive carvings and massive structure, the majestic temple is dedicated to goddess Parvati. The two gold vimaans amongst the 14 Gopurams call for your attention. Nominated as one of the new seven wonders of the world, the temple is the major landmark with ‘golden lotus’ lake inside the compass. The mesmerizing campus is a must go!

Somnathpur Temple, Mysore
Also known as Chennakesava Temple, the shrine is an impressive construction of Hoysala architecture. Comprising of three, star- shaped shrines, three sanctum, the beautifully carved exteriors and interiors of the courtyard and porch will leave you mesmerized.

Kumbakonam, Thanjavur
Visit the Cambridge of India in the heart of south india. The temple town has everything to offer art, peace and faith. The small town is the cluster of small big temples each to show exquisite carving with details.

With the unending list offered by the Shikhar.com of marvelous architectural beauty and faithfulness in the religion, south India is the best place to discover the art, religion and faith and everyone is welcomed here!

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