For the believer, a temple is the locus of mystique and might with the southern state’s ancient places of worship being particularly powerful. The author writes that, as she visited numerous temples ...

Manavur, situated near Thiruvalangadu, is home to many temples, one of them being the large and ancient Nandishwarar (Siva) temple. There is an ancient Tamil saying — Adiyadhu Alangatil; Amarndadu ...

Located near Thiruvalangadu, the serene village of Manavur houses the spiritually revered Nandishwarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Rich in legends and ancient Tamil traditions, this temple is ...

In Thiruvannamalai, the Sri La Sri Lobha Matha Agasthiyar Temple features a unique Nandi. Instead of facing the Shivalinga within the sanctum, it gazes upon the Arunachala Hill, revered as the ...