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of Chola capital form 907 A.D. to 1310 A.D. the word Chidambaram is
derived from Chit Ambaram, which signifies sky with an atmosphere of
intelligence and wisdom. The Chidambaram tours would be important, as
the chief highlight in Chidambaram is the Nataraja Temple, a Dravidian
architectural highlight.
The tour to Chidambaram would be a time to visit the Chidambaram's
star attraction, the Nataraja Temple. The temple of Nataraja is one
of the important tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu and attracts a regular
flow of pilgrims. The high walled 22-hectare complex ahs four towering
gopurams with sculpted icons that depict Hindi myths. This tourist destination
in Chidambaram is renowned for its Chola artistic style and has influenced
several dynasties. Here opposite the main entrance, statue of Nandi
(Shiva's escort) looks towards the hall leading to the inner sanctum.
It is believed that lord Nataraja performed the cosmic dance before
his two devotees.
The other attraction is the Kali Temple, built by Kopperunjingan (1229
A.D- 1278 A.D)
In the Chidambaram temple tour of the many festivals the two largest
are the 10-day chariot festivals (April/ May, Dec. / Jan.) and the natyanjali
dance festival that draws artists from across the country to celebrate
Nataraja the lord of dances.
The accommodation in Chidambaram caters to all types of travelers and
is situated close to the temple. Chidambaram is one of the holiest Shiva
sites in South India. The best time for Chidambaram tourism, the temple
town is between September – February.
India Tour Guides provides information on Chidambaram Tours and offers
online booking for tours to Chidambaram, for further queries or hotel
booking please fill up the form given below
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