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Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Alathiyur village near Tirur in Malappuram District, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is one of the rare and most revered Hanuman temples in Kerala. The temple is noted for its ancient idol of Hanuman facing east towards the nearby Rama temple, its traditional Kerala architecture, and its association with Ramayana traditions attracting devotees year-round.
Amaruviappan Temple, also known as Devaadi Raja Perumal Temple, is a Hindu Vishnu temple located in Therazhundur in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered in Vaishnavism and is dedicated to Vishnu as Amaruviappan and his consort Sengamalavalli Thayar. Built in Dravidian architecture with Chola-era origins and later expansions, it features a five-tier gopuram, granite walls and inscriptions, and is noted for its association with the Alvar saints.
Anbil Sundararaja Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Anbil village on the banks of the Kollidam River in Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is known as Vadivazhagiya Nambi Temple. Built in Dravidian architecture with Chola origins, the temple is noted for its legend of sage Valmiki and Brahma worshipping Vishnu here.
Banashankari Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Banashankari, an incarnation of Parvati, located at Cholachagudda near Badami in Bagalkot district, Karnataka. Situated on the banks of the Malaprabha River, it is regarded as the Kuladevi of the Chalukyas. The original 7th-century Chalukya structure was rebuilt in the 18th century in Vijayanagara-Dravidian style. Known for its annual Banashankari Jatre festival, it attracts devotees and tourists visiting the Badami heritage circuit.
Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Thiruninravur, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, about 30 km west of Chennai. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is known for its Dravidian architecture, five-tiered gopuram, and shrine to Ennai Petra Thayar. The temple is associated with Thirumangai Alvar and exhibits Pallava and Vijayanagara influences, attracting pilgrims and visitors interested in religious heritage and temple architecture.
Bhoga Narasimha Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Narasimha located at the foothills of Devarayanadurga Hills in Tumakuru District, Karnataka, about 65 km from Bengaluru. It forms a twin temple complex with the Yoga Narasimha Temple at the hilltop. Built in Vijayanagara architectural style and later patronized by Mysore Wodeyars, it is notable for its ornate gopuram, carved pillars and peaceful forested hill setting.
Brahmapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thirukuvalai, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Brahmapureeswarar and Goddess Brahmavidyambigai, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the Tevaram hymns. The temple is associated with Lord Brahma's worship of Shiva and features Dravidian architecture, a sacred temple tank, and inscriptions reflecting Chola-era heritage.
Chandramouleeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thiruvasi village, Musiri taluk, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Chandramouleeswarar and Goddess Aram Valartha Nayaki, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tamil Saivite tradition. The temple features Dravidian architecture with Chola-era origins, a three-tiered gopuram, and is situated about 14 km northwest of Tiruchirappalli near Samayapuram.
Devanathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Thiruvahindrapuram, near Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu, on the banks of the Gadilam River. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is associated with philosopher Vedanta Desika. The temple features Dravidian architecture with a five-tiered gopuram, intricate carvings, and shrines for Devanathan and Hemabhujavalli Thayar, attracting pilgrims and visitors interested in heritage and architecture.
Dharbaranyeswarar Temple, also known as Saneeswaran Temple, is a prominent Hindu temple located in Thirunallar, Karaikal District, Puducherry. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Dharbaranyeswarar and renowned as the Navagraha shrine for Lord Shani (Saturn), it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams. The temple is associated with the legend of King Nala and features Dravidian architecture, the sacred Nala Theertham tank, and attracts pilgrims seeking relief from Saturn's influence.
Jambukeswarar Temple is a major Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Thiruvanaikaval, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Situated on Srirangam Island between the Kaveri and Kollidam rivers, it is one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams representing the water element (Appu Lingam) and one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams. Known for its Dravidian architecture, five enclosures and towering gopurams, it was built and expanded over centuries by Cholas, Pandyas and Vijayanagara rulers.
The Kandaswamy Temple at Thiruporur is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located in Thiruporur town, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, about 28 km south of Chennai on Old Mahabalipuram Road. Revered as a significant Murugan shrine, it features Dravidian architecture with a gopuram and pillared halls. The temple is associated with saint Chidambara Swamigal and attracts devotees for worship, festivals and heritage architecture.
Koodal Azhagar Temple is a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in central Madurai, Tamil Nadu, near the Periyar Bus Stand. Revered as one of the 108 Divya Desams, it is known for its Dravidian architecture and unique Ashtanga Vimana with three tiers depicting Vishnu in standing, sitting and reclining postures. Built originally by the Pandyas and expanded by Vijayanagara and Nayak rulers, it remains an important Vaishnavite pilgrimage centre in Madurai.
Kottarakkara Sree Mahaganapathy Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Kottarakkara town in Kollam district, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, it is regarded as one of the most important Ganapathy temples in Kerala. The temple is known for its traditional Kerala architecture, central shrine housing the deity, and the famous Unniyappam offering. It holds cultural importance as the place where Ramanattam, the precursor to Kathakali, was conceived.
Lalithambigai Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Lalithambigai located in Thirumeeyachur village in Tiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu. Situated alongside the Meganathaswamy Shiva temple, it is renowned as the place where the Lalita Sahasranamam was composed. The temple features Dravidian architecture, a prominent gopuram and shrines to the goddess and Shiva, attracting devotees and visitors interested in religious tradition and temple architecture.
Magudeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kodumudi, Erode District, Tamil Nadu, on the western bank of the Kaveri River. Revered as one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, it is notable for enshrining representations of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva in one complex. The temple exhibits Dravidian architecture with a gopuram, pillared halls and shrines to Magudeswarar and Goddess Sugandha Kundalambikai.
Nayagarh Jagannath Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Nayagarh town, Nayagarh District, Odisha. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, it is built in the Kalinga architectural style similar to the Puri Jagannath Temple. Constructed in the late 18th century by the rulers of Nayagarh princely state, it serves as a major religious and cultural centre for the region.
Othandeeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Thirumazhisai, Tiruvallur District, Tamil Nadu, about 20 km west of Chennai. It is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tamil Saivite tradition and is noted for its Chola-era architecture with later Vijayanagara additions. The temple is known for its east-facing sanctum, Dravidian gopuram, stone inscriptions and association with hymns by the Nayanars Thirugnanasambandar and Appar.
Parimala Ranganathar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Thiruvilandur on the northern bank of the Cauvery River in Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is known for its Dravidian architecture, east-facing sanctum, and association with the Cauvery. The temple features a gopuram, pillared halls, and shrines to Parimala Ranganathar and Parimala Ranganayaki.
Parthasarathy Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Thirupparthanpalli village near Sirkazhi in Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and one of the eleven Thirunangur Divya Desams. The temple enshrines Vishnu as Parthasarathy, the charioteer of Arjuna, with consort Tamarai Nayaki, and exhibits Dravidian architecture with later Chola and Vijayanagara contributions.
Pataleeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Thirupathiripuliyur, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu. Revered as a Paadal Petra Sthalam praised in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns, it is known for its Dravidian architecture, towering gopuram and shrine to Goddess Periyanayaki. Associated with Chola and Pallava patronage, the temple remains an active place of worship and a significant cultural landmark on the banks of the Gadilam River near Cuddalore town.
Periyanayaki Amman Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Periyanayaki, located at Adivaram at the foothills of Palani Hills in Palani, Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu. It is closely associated with the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy (Palani Murugan) Temple and is administered as part of the Palani temple complex. The temple is notable for its Dravidian architecture, gopuram, and its role as the Amman shrine for pilgrims visiting Palani.
Sarangapani Temple is a major Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in the temple town of Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. Situated near the Potramarai Tank, it is one of the 108 Divya Desams and part of the Pancharanga Kshetrams. Notable for its towering 11-tier eastern gopuram, chariot-shaped sanctum and Dravidian architecture developed under Chola, Vijayanagara and Nayak patronage, it is a central pilgrimage and architectural landmark.
Sikkal Singaravelan Temple is a Hindu temple in Sikkal village, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, dedicated to Lord Murugan as Singaravelan and Lord Shiva as Navaneetheswarar. It is renowned as the place where Murugan is believed to have received the Vel from Goddess Parvati to defeat Surapadman. The temple exhibits Dravidian architecture with a gopuram and is famous for the annual Soorasamharam and Vel Vaangum festivals.
Arulmigu Subramaniyaswamy Temple at Tiruchendur in Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu, is a major Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan situated on the shore of the Bay of Bengal. It is one of the six sacred Arupadai Veedu shrines of Murugan and is notable for its seaside location, towering 42-metre nine-tier eastern gopuram, and association with the legend of Murugan's victory over Surapadman. The temple attracts large numbers of pilgrims throughout the year.
Sundaravarada Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Uthiramerur, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars. Built originally by Pallava King Nandivarman II in the 8th century and later expanded by the Cholas, the temple exhibits Dravidian architecture with inscriptions detailing the historic Kudavolai electoral system.
Suryanar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Surya, the Sun God, located in Suryanar Koil near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the Navagraha temples and the only temple where all nine planetary deities are present with separate shrines. Built during the Chola period in the 11th-12th century, the temple features Dravidian architecture, a five-tiered rajagopuram, and is notable for its religious importance to devotees seeking astrological remedies.
Vaitheeswaran Temple is a major Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanathar, the healer of diseases, located in Vaitheeswaran Koil town in Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams and a Navagraha sthalam associated with Mars (Angarakan). The temple is known for its Dravidian architecture, sacred Siddhamirtham tank, and its long association with traditional Nadi astrology practiced in the town.
Vedapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thiruvedhikudi village in Thiruvidaimarudur Taluk, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu, on the southern bank of the Cauvery River near Kumbakonam. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vedapureeswarar and Goddess Mangayarkarasi, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tevaram hymns. The temple features Dravidian architecture, Chola-era inscriptions, and is traditionally believed to be where the four Vedas worshipped Shiva.
Veeranarayana Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is situated near the Veeranam Lake. The temple is noted for its large complex, Dravidian architecture, and historical association with the Chola dynasty. It remains an active place of worship and pilgrimage.
Veeraraghava Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, about 42 km northwest of Chennai. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars and is known as Vaidya Veeraraghavar for its association with healing. The temple exhibits Dravidian architecture with a large gopuram, mandapas and the Hritapanasini tank, and remains an important pilgrimage centre in the Tiruvallur district.
Viralimalai Murugan Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan located atop a granite hillock in Viralimalai, Pudukkottai District, Tamil Nadu. Situated about 28 km from Tiruchirappalli, it is renowned for its hilltop shrine, natural peacock sanctuary, and association with saint-poet Arunagirinathar. The temple features rock-cut architecture, mandapams and a large complex with shrines to Murugan, and is an important pilgrimage centre in central Tamil Nadu.
Yathothkari Perumal Temple is a Hindu Vishnu temple located in Thiruvetka, Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Yathothkari Perumal and goddess Komalavalli Thayar, it is one of the 108 Divya Desams revered by the Alvars. Built in Dravidian architecture with a three-tiered gopuram, the temple is traditionally associated with Poigai Alvar, one of the first three Alvars, and reflects Pallava, Chola and Vijayanagara contributions.