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The Meenakshi Amman Temple is located on the southern bank of the river Vaigai, in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Parvati (known as Meenakshi), and her consort Shiva (named as Sundareswarar). It is also known as the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Meenakshi Amman Kovil, or Tiru-aalavaai.
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Meenakshi Temple is a historic Hindu temple located on the Vaigai River. It is dedicated to Parvati, also known as Meenakshi and is a significant symbol for the Tamil people. The temple attracts 15,000 visitors a day. It houses 14 towers, with the tallest tower being 170 feet high.
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The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, India, is primarily made of granite and features intricate carvings and sculptures. The temple complex displays Dravidian style architecture and is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, a form of Parvati, and her consort Lord Shiva.
1623-1655 ce
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1623-1655 ce
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