Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Gangaikonda Cholapuram
It is 50 kms. from Chidambaram. Rajendra -1, a mighty Chola King, established his new capital here with this magnificent city and temple to Lord Siva. The temple is noted for its massiveness and richly carved sculptures. A big Nandi in front of the temple made of brick and mortar, a lion head well with a flight of steps leading to the water level and gigantic Dwarapalakas are the other thrilling features of this temple. This has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
Near Gangaikonda Cholapuram
More to see around Pondicherry.
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Annmalai University
It is a residential University founded by the Raja Sir Annamalai Chettiar.
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Auroville
Located around 8 kms north-west of Puducherry, Auroville was designed by the French architect Roger Anger. Around 2,000 people live there in settlements with names like Grace, Fraternity, Fertile, Certitude and Transformation.
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Auroville Beach
Its shallow waters and small waves make it an ideal place of swimming. It is a fairly popular destination on weekends.
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Chidambaram
Chidambaram is one of the most ancient and most celebrated shrines in Tamilnadu. It is of great religious, historic and cultural significance.
