Thyagaraja Temple, Tiruvarur, Hindu temple in Tiruvarur, India
The Thyagaraja Temple spans over 30 acres, featuring nine entrance towers, 80 vimanas, and more than 365 Shiva Lingas throughout the temple complex.
The temple structure dates back to the 9th century Chola dynasty, with inscriptions from Rajendra I's reign documenting construction details and gifts to the deity Veedhividankar.
Six daily rituals take place in the temple, starting at 5:30 AM, with the Sayarakshai ritual drawing particular interest from numerous Hindu devotees.
The temple stands 2 kilometers from Tiruvarur Railway Station and 123 kilometers from Trichy International Airport, with regular public transportation connections.
The temple houses Asia's largest processional chariot, weighing 300 tonnes, which moves through the streets during the annual Chithirai festival in March.
Location: Thiruvarur
Architectural style: Dravidian architecture
GPS coordinates: 10.76670,79.65000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08
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