Like Sobhita Dhulipala at Kapaleeswarar Temple, plan a visit to these 5 sacred temples in Chennai
Sobhita Dhulipala is a true traveller and recently she visited the famous Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore, Chennai. The actress posted a few pictures on Instagram, giving her fans a visual tour of the temple. Sobhita posed in front of the backdrop of the Lord Shiva temple. She was wearing a pink ethnic outfit and had a white dupatta. Sobhita also enjoyed curd rice Offering. This centuries-old temple is a popular tourist destination due to its rich history and architectural brilliance. The stone and wood carvings, decorated pillars and tall domes also known as gopurams are worth seeing. The gopurams are adorned with many mythological figures. Apart from the many major festivals celebrated here, five types of festivals are celebrated at the Kapaleeswarar Temple. Prayer Celebrated the whole day.
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If you are keen to visit Chennai, here are five major temples that you must visit:
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Various incarnations of Lord Vishnu are worshipped here. The temple has countless inscriptions, sculptures and murals depicting the battle of Mahabharata.
Vadapalani Andavar Temple
Lord Murugan is worshipped here. One of the most decorated temples in Chennai, this place is considered sacred for religious ceremonies and marriages. Devotees seek blessings for health and prosperity.
Kalikambal Temple
Pilgrims visit the temple to worship the idols of Goddess Kamakshi and Lord Kameshwara. After offering prayers, devotees can admire the Marina Beach or shop at the nearby markets.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Temple
Devotees of Lord Balaji visit this temple in large numbers. The artistically designed walls, gopurams and pillars make it a must-visit.
Ramnadeshwara Temple
This ancient Hindu temple is believed to date back to 700 BC. Built in the Chozha temple architectural style, this temple has a rich history. It is said that Lord Rama found a Shivalinga here while searching for his wife Sita.
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