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historically and architecturally significant landmark, built at
Perur, this 1,500-year-old temple was built on the banks
of the holy river Noyyal by King Karikala Cholan. The
temple is a magnificent piece of architecture which inspires as
much awe and admiration for its architecture, as devotion. Many
other kings including those of the Hoysala dynasty and the
Vijayanagar emperors have made architectural contributions
to this temple.
 The
temple's deity is Lord Shiva and his consort Pachi Nayaki.
The temple complex has about seven separate smaller temples
inside its compound. There is a holy palm tree Irava Panai
(the deathless palm) and a holy Tamarind called Pirava Pule
(the unborn Tamarind). The temple is also popularly known
as Mel Chidambaram. The temple can be compared
to any other great temple of Tamil Nadu, except for its smaller
size. It has long pillared corridors with exquisite carvings and
huge sculptures. The space inside the compound provides the locals
space to relax.
There are local buses which ply from Coimbatore bus stand to Perur.
Nearest Airport: Coimbatore
Nearest Railhub: Coimbatore
Route: 7 kms west of Coimbatore
Author : Leslee Lazar
Photographs : V Ganesan |
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