Introduction The Ramalingaswami Temple, a revered Hindu shrine, stands in the quaint town of Papanasam in Tamil Nadu’s historic Thanjavur district. This sacred site, dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism, represents a significant spiritual destination in South India. The temple, embedded in the rich tapestry of Tamil Nadu’s religious architecture,…Continue readingSri Ramalingaswami Temple: The Divine Sanctuary of 108 Shivalingams in Papanasam, Thanjavur
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The Nanjundeshwara Temple (also called Srikanteshwara Temple) is an ancient temple in the Hindu pilgrimage town of Nanjanagudu in the Karnataka state of Southern India. It is known for the ancient temple of the god Nanjundeshwara (another name for the Hindu god Shiva, also known as Nanjundeshwara). The Nanjundeshwara temple is located in the town on the right bank of river Kapila, a…Continue readingSri Nanjundeshwara (Srikanteshwara)Temple in Nanjangud, Karnataka
The Vidyashankara Temple was built in the year 1338 A.D. It is a unique monument built entirely of stone combining both Hoysala (Chalukya) and Dravidian architectural styles. The structure stands on a high plinth and commands a magnificent view from the hills and their slopes all round. It is more or less a rectangle with…Continue readingThe Splendor of Sri Vidyashankara Temple: Sringeri’s Sacred Gem & an Architectural Marvel
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared in this Blog. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ Lingaraja Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Hindu God…Continue readingOdisha’s Architectural Marvel: The Grandeur of Bhubaneshwar’s Lingaraj Temple
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमःॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared here. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ Halebidu literally means ‘old capital city’, or ‘ruined city’. It is a town…Continue readingThe Marvels of Karnataka: Halebidu Hoysaleswara Temple, An Amazing Example of Hoysala Architecture
Introduction Nestled in the heart of Telangana, the Sri Kakatiya Rudreshwara (Ramappa) Temple stands as a testament to the rich cultural and architectural heritage of India. This iconic temple, located near Warangal, is not just a religious site but a symbol of the glorious Kakatiya dynasty that ruled over this region. Its grandeur, intricate carvings,…Continue readingSri Kakatiya Rudreshwara Temple, Telangana: A Marvel of History and Spirituality
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमःॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared here. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ The Kailasha or Kailashanatha temple is the largest of the rock-cut Hindu temples at the Ellora Caves, Maharashtra, India. A megalith carved…Continue readingDiscovering the Kailasa Temple: A Hidden Gem in Maharashtra’s Ellora Caves
ॐ श्री गुरुभ्यो नमः ॐ श्री शिवानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री चिदानन्दाय नमः ॐ श्री दुर्गायै नमः Source of all Images in this Blog-post : Google Images : ‘Google Image Search’ will reveal the multiple sources of every single image shared in this Blog. For more details, kindly see ‘Disclaimer‘ Srisailam Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple News Srisaila TV Lord Shiva &…Continue readingMallikarjuna Temple in Srisailam: A Window into the Mystical World of India’s Sacred Jyotirlingams
Mayuranathaswamy Temple, Mayiladuthurai or Mayuranathar Temple is a Hindu temple in the town of Mayiladuthurai (formerly known as Mayavaram or Mayuram) in Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Mayuranathaswamy, a form of Shiva, and has given its name to the town itself. The main icon is a Lingam and the presiding deity is called Mayuranathar because the Hindu goddess Parvathi worshipped Shiva here in…Continue readingMayuranathaswami Temple: Where History and Devotion Unite in Mayiladuthurai, Tamilnadu
Thirupparaitturai is a village in the Srirangam taluk of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated on the south bank of the river Cauvery. Trichy-Karur National Highway, Trichy-Palakkad Railway Line (Railway Station: Elamanur) have been laid through this village. It is 16 kilometers away from Trichy. History The ancient Shiva Temple is at the bosom of this village. There were a lot of Parai…Continue readingThirupparaithurai Shiva Temple in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu