Natarajar Temple
Thillai Nataraja Temple, also known as Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, is dedicated to Nataraja, a form of Shiva. The temple has ancient roots, with a Shiva shrine existing at the site when the town was known as Thillai. The name Chidambaram means 'stage of consciousness'. The architecture symbolizes the connection between arts and spirituality.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Nataraja (नटराज)
- स्थान / Location: Kurinjippadi, Tamil Nadu
- निर्माण / Built: ancient
- वास्तुकला शैली / Architecture: Dravidian
वास्तुकला · Architecture
प्रसिद्ध नक्काशी: 108 karanas from the Natya Shastra
महत्व · Significance
The temple's architecture and carvings reflect the divine connection between creative activity and spirituality, particularly through dance.
दर्शन जानकारी · Visiting
- सुलभता: no
Nearby temples
- Neyveli Natarajar Temple (0.3 km)
- Krishna Temple (0.8 km)
- Shri Krishna Temple (0.8 km)
- Kavadi Selva Vinayagar Temple (1.1 km)
- Sri Lakshmi Vinayakar Temple (1.4 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Natarajar Temple?
Natarajar Temple is dedicated to Nataraja (नटराज).
Where is Natarajar Temple located?
Natarajar Temple is located in Kurinjippadi, Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates 11.6101, 79.5081.
Which temples are near Natarajar Temple?
Nearby temples include Neyveli Natarajar Temple (0.3 km); Krishna Temple (0.8 km); Shri Krishna Temple (0.8 km).