Parimala Ranganadhar Koil in TiruIndalur is one of the Pancha Ranga Kshetrams( temple) and is an important divyadesam of Vishnu.
The Utsavar here is known as Sugandha Nathar or Parimala Nathar and his consort is Parimala Valli
There are seperate shrines for Suganda valli , Andal and Chakrathazhwar.
The pillars here are beautified with images from the epics Ramayana , Krishnavatara and Dashavatara.
This is the place where the Moon was liberated from curse by Lord Srinivsa, and here He is seen near the Lord. The temple sanctum is decked up well and the idol of Ranganathar is of bewitching beauty.
This temple is in Mayiladuthurai and is 35 Kms from Kumbakonam.
Other Pancha Ranga Kshetrams are in 1.SriRangam,2. ThiruKoviladi, 3.TiruKudanthai and 4.Srirangapattinam.
Other Pancha Ranga Kshetrams are in 1.SriRangam,2. ThiruKoviladi, 3.TiruKudanthai and 4.Srirangapattinam.
How to reach: Nearest airport is Trichy and there is a rail station at Mayiladuthurai.
Many buses ply to this town from various parts of Tamil Nadu.
Accommodation- Good hotels are available in Mayiladuthurai.
Photos
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipMzBRWju0WrQxpuApVTa4RrwNpWc7MYrtYExA4P
Many buses ply to this town from various parts of Tamil Nadu.
Accommodation- Good hotels are available in Mayiladuthurai.
Photos
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipMzBRWju0WrQxpuApVTa4RrwNpWc7MYrtYExA4P
48 comments:
It indeed looks quite bewitching and calm but where are the people? I thought temples are crowded places?
I love the way they tell stories with statues, and drawings. What a rich heritage.
Thanks again for sharing.
Recently I went to Akshardham temple. They also have stories on the pillars- the elephants depicting various stories.
You must see that temple some time. Make a visit to Delhi.
The carvings on pillars are all beautiful. Each tell a story.
The architecture is so beautiful..nice clicks
Mridula,
Crowd is there in only a few temples. Many temples look deserted and are only visited by tourists like us:)
Frances, thanks a lot.
Kiran, I want to visit Delhi as I want to make a trip Varanasi and places nearby.
I have seen Akshardam only in pics. Would love to visit.
Insignia, thanks
EC, Have you visited this temple. Vishnu desams are your specialty!!
Looks fabulous Chitra. The carvings and engravings are majestic, really bewitching as you said. Have a great week:)
Arti, thanks dear.
the temple looks wonderful! had heard about this temple, but couldnt visit it when we visited kumbakonam... wonder when the time will come :)
Anu,
I think there are lot of temples on your wish list. Hope it will realise soon.
Wow.What a wonderful collection of sculptures with each one outclassing the other.I am beholden to you for enabling me to enjoy these treasures of art and kindling a desire to visit the shrine.Please continue to do the laudable work,Chitra
KP, I am very happy you like the finely crafted interiors of the temple. Your words encourage me a lot.thanks
Looks gorgeous Chitra - am amazed at how many places you're visiting! Hope your day is happy! xx
Thanks for your comment. Lazeez means Delicious.
Wonderful and gorgeous temple. Even the interior is so beautifully crafted that it looks absolutely amazing.
Very nice pictures..! Would love to visit to have darshan of the beautiful Ranganatha..!
Thanks Martina, wish you the same.
Yes, you should Sridharan, the idol is really beautiful and the temple is not crowded we can spend as much time as we want there.
Babli, thanks for the clarification.
lovely photos, it looks so realistic!
madhya ranga is at sivanasamudram. adi ranga is srirangapattinam, antya ranga is srirangam. will make a post of it!
Wowo I like the figures engraved inside the walls Beautiful
Bikram's
Asha, Ok.make one and shall read it.
Haven't been to Sivasamudram.
Bkram, Thanks.
Grief, it seems as if blogger may be up to its old tricks with regards to not being able to leave comments - this is my third time of trying so apologies if you get several comments all appearing later.
What spectacular carvings, all the more beautiful for the story they tell.
Pictures look much better when you look in Picasa instead of slide show on Blog. Looked at them in full screen mode. Good captures from different angles. :))
beautiful carvings
PW, I understand. I am also sad that the list of temples I created for all the posts for the convenience of readers has disappeared. I do not know what is the solution? :(
A, thanks a bunch. I know full screen gives a different effect.
A, After reading the comment I also had a look in picasa -full screen mode. They appear really good.
sm, thanks.
Wow .... it looks fantastic
I would love it to visit your place
(Maybe I will someday :)
Anya,
Hope your dream of visiting our country realises soon.:)
Lovely captures and amazing place to visit .
TGS, thanks
The sculptures on the stone pillars are wonderful to look at. And they shine.
chitra ji my dear friend how r u?
Loved the Photography of the carvings on the pillars Chitra truely amazing:)
Anil, Welcome to my blog. thanks for the comment.
Ramesh,Fine...son is home, hence a little busy.
Sushma,thanks. seems you were away.
Lovely pictures! especially the close up ones!
Gopalan, thank you.
beautiful slide show
sm, thanks
This Puratasi Saturday is a very good day to workship lord Vishnu.
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