India is home to many historical and religious monuments. There are numerous monuments in this country which can be visited on India travel and tours. The Meenakshi Amman Temple is amongst most popular monuments found in this country. It is a historic Hindu temple complex which is located in the holy city of Madurai in Indian state of Tamil Nadu in South India. This magnificent temple complex is dedicated to Lord Shiva (who is known here as Sundareswarar) and his consort Parvati (who is known as Meenakshi). It is one of the sacred abodes of Goddess Parvati, the wife of Hindu Lord Shiva.
Internationally famous for its magnificent architecture the temple forms the heart and lifeline of the 2500 years old city of Madurai. Madurai is the second largest city in Tamil Nadu after its capital city Chennai.
Renowned for its astonishing architecture, the Meenakshi Amman Temple has been emerged as one of the worth visits on Travel in India especially in South India. It is one of the Seven Wonders of India and also has been nominated for the new Seven Wonders of the World. Hundreds and thousands of devotees come every year to pay their obeisance of the Lord. The temple is worldwide acclaimed for its magnificent Gopurams (towers). There are 14 magnificent Gopurams including two golden Gopurams for the main deities which are richly sculptured and painted. Shiva shrine, Ganesh Temple (Mukuruny Vinayakar), Velli Ambalam, Porthamarai Kulam Pond, Thousand Pillar Hall (Aayiram Kaal Mandapam), Ashta Shakthi Mandapam, etc are highlights of the Meenakshi Amman Temple Complex in Madurai, India.
If you too want to visit this magnificent temple, Travel to India, visit Madurai and fulfill your desire.
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