Sree Thanumalayan Temple
Temple
Sree Thanumalayan Temple
The Sree Thanumalayan Temple, also known as the Suchindram Temple, is located in Suchindram, near Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. This temple is unique as it is dedicated to the Holy Trinity of Hinduism: Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Brahma. The name "Thanumalayan" itself signifies this trinity, with "Thanu" referring to Shiva, "Mal" to Vishnu, and "Ayan" to Brahma.
The temple is renowned for its stunning Dravidian architecture and intricate carvings. It features two towering Gopurams (gateway towers), with the eastern tower standing at 44 meters tall and having 11 stories. The temple complex covers around two acres and houses 30 shrines, with the most prominent ones being those of Sthanumalayan and Hanuman.
The temple also boasts musical pillars and a dancing hall with 1035 intricately carved pillars. It is a significant pilgrimage site for both Shaivaite and Vaishnavite sects of Hinduism.
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Sree Thanumalayan Temple is located in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu.
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