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Architecture of Tamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu is known for its ancient temple architecture. Nearly 33,000 ancient temples, many at least 800 to 2000 years old, are found scattered all over Tamil Nadu. As per Tamil Nadu Hindu Endowments Board, there are 38,615 temples. Most of the largest Hindu Temples reside here. Studded with complex architecture, a variety of sculptures, and rich inscriptions, the temples remain the very essence of the culture and heritage of Tamil land, with historical records dating back to at least 3,000 years.
Sarangapani temple, Kumbakonam. The Sanctum sanctorum is designed like Chariot, Chola architecture
Sarangapani temple, Kumbakonam. The Sanctum sanctorum is designed like Chariot, Chola architecture
Srirangam Ranganathaswamy temple is the largest functioning religious complex in the world and mentioned in the Sangam literature of the Sangam era (5
Srirangam Ranganathaswamy temple is the largest functioning religious complex in the world and mentioned in the Sangam literature of the Sangam era (500 BCE - 300 CE), there are mentions in many books like Akanaṉūṟu, Purananuru, Paripāṭal and Silapadikaram.
Varaha panel in Mahabalipuram dating 7th century.
Varaha panel in Mahabalipuram dating 7th century.
Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, Pallava architecture
Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, Pallava architecture
Tamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. The tenth largest Indian state by area and the sixth largest by population, Tamil Nadu is the home of the Tamil people, who speak the Tamil language, one of the longest surviving classical languages and serves as its official language. The capital and largest city is Chennai.
Image: Mamallapuram view
Image: Mamallapuram view
Image: Left side view Brihadeeswara
Image: Left side view Brihadeeswara
Image: Statue of Thiruvalluvar
Image: Statue of Thiruvalluvar
Image: A Magnificient Evening Sunset With Pamban Railway Bridge and Boat Mail Express Passes Through this Pamban Railway Bridge !
Image: A Magnificient Evening Sunset With Pamban Railway Bridge and Boat Mail Express Passes Through this Pamban Railway Bridge !