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ABOUT CHIDAMBARAM
Chidambaram is also known as Thillai,
since the place was originally a forest of Thillai (Excecaria agallecha) shrubs.
It is an important pilgrim centre and a holy place for Saivaites as the famous
Nataraja Temple is located here.
Area : 5 sq. kms.
Population : 58,740,(1991 census)
Altitude : 5.97 m (19.45')
Rainfall : 85.5 cms average
Clothing : Tropical
PLACES TO SEE
 The
Nataraja Temple : The temple located in the centre of the town covers an
area of 40 acres. It is one of the ancient temples of Tamil Nadu. The presiding
deity of the temple is represented by air, one of the five elements of the
universe and is known as Akasa Lingam.
The eastern tower rises to a height of 40.8 metres. 108 Bharatha Natyam Dance
poses can be seen on the Eastern tower as well as on Western tower. The Northern
tower rises to a height of 42.4 metres.
The Sivakamiamman temple, the Sivaganga tank, the thousand pillar hall are other
important features of the temple.
Annamalai University : It is a residential University founded by the Raja
Sir Annamalai Chettiar. It is a great centre of Tamil learning and carnatic
music; now offers educational facilities in various disciplines including
Medicine,Agriculture, Engineering, etc.
Genji (Gingee) : It is located on the Tindivanam - Thiruvannamalai road
about 25 kms. from Tindivanam and is about 132 kms. from Chidambaram. This place
is associated with Raja Desingh. There is a 700 year old fort running over three
hills of huge and steep boulders. According to tradition the original fort was
laid by Kone Chiefs. The fort was ruled by Vijayanagar Nayaks, Marathas, Moghuls,
Carnatic Nawabs, the French and the British Rajagiri and Krishnagiri are two
important fortifications here and it is a popular picnic spot.
 Pichavaram
: Pichavaram, 16 kms. east of Chidambaram, ranks among the most exquisite scenic
spot with abundant and varied tourism resources. The backwaters which are
interconnected by the Vellar and Kollidam system offer abundant scope for water
sports - parasailing, rowing and canoeing.
Gangaikondas 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.
Kalvarayan hills : The Kalvarayan hills are situated 150 kms. north west
of Chidambaram on the western side of Kallakurichi Taluk. Spread over an area of
600 sq. kms. approximately with the height ranging from 315 mts. to 1190 mts.
these hills offer a temperate climate and quiet solititude. There is a botanical
garden on the hills. There are two waterfalls here. The area is ideal for
trekking. A summer Festival is also held every year in May.
TRAVEL INFO
Air : Nearest Airport is Trichy
Rail: It is connected by rail with Trichy, Madurai, Chennai.
Road : It is also connected with all major towns.
SHOPPING
There are a number of shops in the car street around the temple and also many
curios can be purchased from Khadi Craft.
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