Step out of your home to get a glimpse of Tamilnadu temples

Nataraja-Temple

Got a long holiday and cannot think of going where to make your holiday a memorable one. Read this article and damn sure you are going to make up your mind of spending your vacation with your family in paying a visit to the historical Tamil Nadu temples. Tamil Nadu being the seventh largest state in size is very popular among the tourist through out the world. The state is adorned with trees and lush green surroundings. The architectural designs of the Tamil Nadu temples are flawless and captivating. The craftsmanship of the people curing Chola dynasty is visible prominently. Whenever you sure going for Tamil Nadu tour .make sure that you pay a visit to the well known temples like Meenakshi Temple, Nataraja Temple. Let’s go through theses historical significance of these two temples.

Meenakshi-Temple

Nataraja Temple
The Chidambaram temple is the abode of Nataraja or the Hindu lord Shiva in Ananda Tandava posture. This temple holds a great cultural, historical and religious importance. It is noteworthy that the term "Koyil" or temple in Tamil Shaivite custom refers to Chidambaram. Here Nataraja is captured in Dance of enjoyment pose (Ananda Tandavam). Among the foremost Shaivite in India Chidambaram is one. Chidambaram comprises of five elements of nature that is air, water, earth, fire, space. Eminent Tamil poets such as Sambandar, Sundarar and so on have sung verses praising Chidambaram temple. And also there are many literary works that congratulates the glory of Chidambaram. After visiting the Nataraja temple, visit to Meenakshi temple is must.

Meenakshi Temple
This historical temple is the heart of Madurai.devoted to lord Shiva popularly known as Sundareswararand his wife “parvati” is known as Meenakshi.It has 14 superb “gopurams”that includes 2 golden Gopurams for the prime deity. A vital festival is celebrated in this temple known as Meenakshi Thirukalyanam.
It always better to visit the place and experience the shrines personally. Tamil Nadu temples are the perfect hide away from the hassle of life.