South India Temples- Imbued With Life!

<h1>South India Temples- Imbued With Life!</h1>Author: <a title="Manish Sinha" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/manish-sinha/119320.htm">Manish Sinha</a> South India Temples are famous the world over for their brilliant architecture. A significant part of their rich culture, the temples of South India reflect its glorious history. The magnificent gopurams, sculptures and mandaps are the notable features of the temples. South India is the wonderland where attractions galore and its temples are one of them. They are an enchanting part of the region's rich cultural heritage. With their breathtaking architectural beauty they attract tourists from across the world. The beautiful temples are laced with interesting legends, in fact, each temple has it own unique story to tell. Some of these temples have also been internationally recognized because of their aesthetic appeal. Some of the striking features of the South Indian temples are majestic gopurams, exquisite sculptures, beautiful mandaps and big tanks. These temples occupy a prized place in the culture of South India. Each of the South Indian states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Pondicherry have their own share of temples some of which are very popular. Some of the temples are famous for the fascinating monolithic pillars and sculptural motifs, some are admired for their carvings, gopurams, huge gateways and walled enclosures; and some are notable for their pyramidal roofs. Out of all the states, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are the most famous for their marvelous temples. Their shining history majestically reflect in their temples, a great contribution by the rulers of Pallava, Chola, Pandya, Nayak and Vijaynagar dynasties. Famous temples of Tamil Nadu: <ul> <li>Meenakshi Temple</li> <li>Rameshwaram Temple</li> <li>Mahabalipuram Rathas</li> <li>Kanyakumari Temple</li> <li>Rock Fort Temple</li> <li>Ranganathaswami Temple</li> </ul> Well Known temples of Karnataka: <ul> <li>Cave and Jain Temple at Bedami</li> <li>Chennakesava Temple at Hassan</li> <li>Iskcon Temple at Bangalore</li> <li>Mahabaleshwar Temple</li> <li>Madhukeshwara Temple</li> </ul>About the Author: <a href="http://www.southindiatempletours.com/">South India Temples</a> are one of the most beautiful attractions of India. High on aesthetic appeal, the temples are brilliantly carved. Go on a South <a href="http://www.southindiatempletours.com/south-india-attractions/temples.html">India Temple Tour</a> and make your holidays memorable. Ideally built at wonderful locations, these temples attract tourists from across the globe.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/south-india-temples-imbued-with-life-1445765.html" title="South India Temples- Imbued With Life!">South India Temples- Imbued With Life!</a>

South India Temples are famous the world over for their brilliant architecture. A significant part of their rich culture, the temples of South India reflect its glorious history. The magnificent gopurams, sculptures and mandaps are the notable features of the temples.

South India is the wonderland where attractions galore and its temples are one of them. They are an enchanting part of the region's rich cultural heritage. With their breathtaking architectural beauty they attract tourists from across the world. The beautiful temples are laced with interesting legends, in fact, each temple has it own unique story to tell. Some of these temples have also been internationally recognized because of their aesthetic appeal.

Some of the striking features of the South Indian temples are majestic gopurams, exquisite sculptures, beautiful mandaps and big tanks. These temples occupy a prized place in the culture of South India. Each of the South Indian states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Pondicherry have their own share of temples some of which are very popular.

Some of the temples are famous for the fascinating monolithic pillars and sculptural motifs, some are admired for their carvings, gopurams, huge gateways and walled enclosures; and some are notable for their pyramidal roofs.

Out of all the states, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are the most famous for their marvelous temples. Their shining history majestically reflect in their temples, a great contribution by the rulers of Pallava, Chola, Pandya, Nayak and Vijaynagar dynasties.

Famous temples of Tamil Nadu:

Meenakshi Temple
Rameshwaram Temple
Mahabalipuram Rathas
Kanyakumari Temple
Rock Fort Temple
Ranganathaswami Temple

Well Known temples of Karnataka:

Cave and Jain Temple at Bedami
Chennakesava Temple at Hassan
Iskcon Temple at Bangalore
Mahabaleshwar Temple
Madhukeshwara Temple

South India Temples are one of the most beautiful attractions of India. High on aesthetic appeal, the temples are brilliantly carved. Go on a South India Temple Tour and make your holidays memorable. Ideally built at wonderful locations, these temples attract tourists from across the globe.

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