Thillai Nataraja Temple also known as Chidambaram Temple, a hindu temple dedicated to Lord
SHIVA is located in cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu. The temple had influenced worship, architecture, Sculpture and performance art for over two millenium.
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| East Tower |
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| The Temple |
The temple depicts a Dravidian style of architecture. The deity that presides here is Lord
SHIVA ( Lord of Dance).
SHIVA is captured in pose as
Nataraja performing the a
nanda thandava or the "Dance of Delight" in the golden hall of the shrine.
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| The Temple Tank 'Shiva Gangai' |
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| Elephant carved in stone |
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| The main Shrine |
The temple has nine gateways, and four towers, each with seven levels in the East, South, West and North.
