Temples of south india during medieval period
Meenakshi Temple : The Meenakshi Temple in Tamil Nadu's Madurai is a masterpiece of architecture of that period.
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Built by the Pandyan King Kulasekara, the magnificent temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Later on, the Nayakas meticulously renovated it and brought it to its present shape. Located within high enclosures, Meenakshi(Parvati) and Sundareshvara(Shiva) are seated in the sanctum sanctorum.
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Rock Fort Temple : Another temple displaying the
architectural genius of the medieval period, Rock Fort temple of Thiruchirapalli is visited by devotees in large numbers.
The temple was originally built by the Pallavas as a small temple. Later on, Nayakas developed it to its present position. Kangaala Moorthy, one of the 64 manifestations of Lord Shiva is worshipped in the Rock Fort Temple.
Badami Cave Temples : The unique cave temples of Badami are located in northern Karnataka. Badami was founded by Pulakesin I in the 6th century A.D. There are four cave temples built in Chalukyan architectural style.(temples of south india during medieval period)
Tirupati Temple : The temple of Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh dedicated to Sri Venkateswara is located on the seventh peak, Venkatachala (Venkata Hill) and also lies on the southern banks of Sri Swami Pushkarini.
Regarded as the richest temple of India, this temple also draws the highest number of devotees in the country. According to the ancient scriptures, one can attain Moksha in Kaliyuga by worshipping Sri Venkateswara.
Sabarimala Temple : The temple of Sabarimala is the best known pilgrimage destination of Kerala. This beautiful temple is situated on top of Sahyadri Mountains. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ayappa. Legend has it that Parasurama Maharshi who uplifted Kerala from the sea by throwing his axe, installed the idol of Ayyappa at Sabarimala. The temple attracts devotees all round the year. Many beautiful carvings adorn the wall of this temple. The temple is delightful to watch from below the hills.
Guruvayoor Temple : One of the most sacred temples of Kerala, Guruvayoor Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. But the deity placed in the sanctum is a complete man incarnation of Lord Vishnu with four arms. In the form of a rectangle, the shrine is also called Dwaraka of south. The best attraction of the shrine are the mural paintings around it. The Guruvayoor temple also holds the reputation of hosting the maximum number of marriages and rice feeding ceremony, the ritual first meal for infants.
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Ooty tourist places
Mudumalai Wildlife Sancturies
The most prominent of the wildlife sanctuaries in the state, as well as one of the most important in the southern region, thickly forested Mudumalai borders the Bandipur National Park in Karnataka and the Wyanad Sanctuary in Kerala. Apart from the wide range of animal and bird life, the rich fauna of this sanctuary has made Mudumalai very popular with wildlife enthusiasts.
Kotagiri
It is 31 kms. from Udhagamandalam. The climate is very salubrious which is 6503 feet above sea level. Kotagiri is shielded by the Doddabetta ranges which receives much of its rain from north west monsoon. One can enjoy a pleasure ride on road flanked by green tea beds on either side.
Coonoor
It is located in an area of 13.2 sq on the way from Coimbatore to Udhagamandalam. It is second largest hill station in the Nigiris. It stands on a lower ridge of the plateau at an altitude of 1858 mts. ( 6100 ft.) Population is 48003.
Mukurthi Peak and Mukurthi National Park
Mukurthi Peak is about 40 km from Ooty. The Mukurthi National Park is located on the South Eastern corner of the Nilgiris. The area contains a viable population of Nilgiri Thar(Hamitragus hilocrius - Ooty tourist places). The silent valley is located on the western side of these ranges. Fascinating feature of the Mukurthi Sanctuary is its variety and similarities to Himalayan Flora and Fauna.
Avalanche
Located at a distance of 28kms from Ooty. A beautiful lake surrounded by a thick shola where even sunlight cannot penetrate and abundant with a wide variety of avifauna is a Nature Lover's Paradise.(Ooty tourist places)
Masinagudi
The road to Coonoor is the same till Mudumalai and Masinagudi. It is another 35 km to Udhagamandalam, better known as Ooty and 18 more to Coonoor. The drive beyond Masinagudi entails 35 hairpin bends and though these are very enjoyable drives, the trouble is, everyone else seems to think so too. Watch out therefore for maniacs coming tearing down from the opposite side. Masinagudi used to be an elephant corridor. So don't be too surprised if you do see some wild tuskers on the road. Apart from the scenic beauty of the road, the drive through Masinagudi is charming in itself.
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