Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is known as the Taj Mahal of South India because of its grandiose architecture. Here are six interesting facts you should know about it.
Architecture
Meenakshi Temple is one of the biggest pilgrimage destinations in South India. Its structure is quite famous among people who study architecture.
Gopurams
There are 12 gopurams, four of which have been placed in four directions - North, East, West and South. They all have been intricately designed.
Hall Of Thousand Pillars
The main sanctorum of the temple features at least a thousand intricately carved pillars. One can witness ancient paintings and spectacular carvings.
Idol
The idol in the temple is an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. The idol is carved using emerald-hued stone. Goddess Meenakshi was blessed with three breasts, one of which vanished after she met Lord Sundareswarar.
33000 Sculptures
Another interesting thing about Meenakshi Temple is it is surrounded by 33000 sculptures. It is famous for the sculpture of Nataraja.
Golden Lotus Pond
There is a Golden Lotus Pond. It got its name from the lotus that grows there boasting a hue of gold.
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