Meenakshi Temple, Hindu temple in Madurai, India
The Meenakshi Temple features 14 towers reaching up to 51.9 meters high, each covered with thousands of stone figures representing Hindu deities.
The temple originated in the 6th century during the Pandya dynasty, serving as a central place of worship and architectural development through multiple centuries.
The annual Meenakshi Tirukalyanam festival marks the divine marriage of Goddess Meenakshi with Lord Sundareswarar through traditional Tamil ceremonies.
The temple complex spans 15 acres and remains open daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with special morning ceremonies starting at sunrise.
The Hall of Mirrors within the temple contains angled reflective surfaces that create multiple reflections of single objects throughout the space.
Location: Madurai
Website: http://maduraimeenakshi.org
GPS coordinates: 9.91972,78.11944
Latest update: May 28, 2025 16:23
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