Meenakshi Amman Temple

Meenakshi Amman Temple is the sacred temple of Hindus located in the city of Madurai in southern India. The temple is among the oldest temples in the country that is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The Meenaskshi temple exhibits a splendid display of architecture having 14 gopurams, paintings and sculptures all over, huge Mandapams. The temple complex abides a golden lotus tank called the Potramaraikulam where devotees take a dip to get themselves released from their sins. The Meenakshi Amman temple is also known by the names of Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple or Tiru-Aalavaai or Meenakshi Amman Kovi.

Another beauty of the Meenakhi temple is located near the legendary Kadamba tree; the foyer Velli Ambalam comprising the dancing idol of Lord Shiva adorned in silver leaves, the aesthetic Aayiram Kaal Mandapam hall showcasing Dravidian figurines and has about 985 carved pillars. And the remarkable Musical Pillars sited just outside the hall which strikes a harmonious note when you tap the pillar.The temple is also famous for Meenakshi Tirukalyanam festival which is celebrated annual festival here. Several festivals like the Chithirai, Avanimool, Navarathri and Float Festival are also celebrated here with joyfulness. Meenakshi Temple is a hallmark of ancient history and traditional ]customary in India.

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