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Sunday, August 7, 2016

Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Tiruchengode – Sculptures

Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Tiruchengode – Sculptures
The temple has got unique sculptures which projects the artistic skills of the ancient sculptors. This temple is one of the best examples for ancient architecture. This temple is also famous for its architectural and sculptural delicacies and beauties.
Words cannot adequately describe the elegant and intricate carvings of the manifestations of the lord found in huge pillars in rows in front of kumareeswar shrine. The terraced roof has a series of stone chains with a numerously petalled lotus at the centre. The pillars are slightly slant, symbolic of a devotees desire to overcome the ego and merge with the supreme.