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Sarangapani Temple Kumbhakonam

The name Sarangapani (“one who has the bow in his hand”) derives from the Sanskrit word Sarangam meaning bow of Vishnu and pani meaning hand. (Source Wikipedia) For more information check the temple website or Wikipedia The Sarangapani Temple is a famous temple located in the town of Kumbakonam in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The temple is dedicated to […]

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Sreerangam temple – Trichy

The Ranganathaswamy temple in Sreerangam, Trichy (Tiruchirappalli, TN) is an ancient temple is about 200 miles south of Chennai. (Read more here) The Place Srirangpatna had the name of the Srirangapuri in the early ages later it got the name of the Srirangapatna. The town is an island being surrounded by the river Cauvery. In […]

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Angkor Wat

Angkor, the largest pre-industrial city in the world, was larger than modern-day Los Angeles or Paris and ANY medieval European cities in the 13th century and spanned over 1000 square km.

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The Rockfort Temple of Trichy

Discover the Rockfort Temple of Tiruchirappalli, an iconic pilgrimage site in Tamil Nadu. Built atop a 3-billion-year-old rock, this 3rd-century temple blends breathtaking architecture, spiritual significance, and stunning views. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and cultural travelers alike!