A Temple, Tears and the Chalking of Cows!

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January 15th 2018

Published: January 15th 2018

Woolly says – Following yet another cheap but scrumptious meal we had decided to venture into the temple to celebrate Pongal. Our accommodation was nearly next door to the Meenakshi Amman Temple, dedicated to Shiva which dates back to the 6th century. Though the temple has historic roots, most of the present complex was rebuilt after the 14th century and further repaired, renovated and expanded ... Read Full Entry

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