ARUBATHIMOOVAR FESTIVAL
Fall On : March-April
Idols Worshipped: 63 Nayanmars
Architecture : Dravidian Architectural Style
Ensample of Dravidian Architecture
An exquisite depiction of Dravidian architecture
is the
Kapaleeshwara
(also spelt as Kapaleeshwar) temple with its massive and intricately
carved gopuram towering into the sky. This 8th century Pallava temple
dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated in the traditional part of
Chennai at Mylapore.
The main deity, Lord Shiva, is worshipped as "Kapaleeshwarar"
and Goddess Parvati as "Karpagambal". The temple is very famous
and attracts thousands of devotees especially during festival days.
The bronze idols of the 63 Nayanmars, the saints who were devotees of
Lord Shiva are placed within the Kapaleeshwarar Sannadhi. The Nayanmars
glorified Lord Shiva with enchanting hymns. In March - April during the
Arubathimoovar festival all the Nayanmars are taken in a colourful
procession through the streets of Mylapore.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Chennai
has an airport with both domestic and international terminals. Regular
flights connect Chennai with the major cities within the country and also
with international countries such as USA, Singapore, U.K., etc.
Rail: Chennai
is well connected by rail with the important towns and cities within and
beyond the state.
Road: State transport buses and private buses connect
Chennai with the
major towns and cities within the country. For local transportation local
trains, city buses, auto rickshaws and taxis are also available.
WHERE TO STAY
Varied accommodation options are available at the hotels in Chennai.
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