Around 110 years ago, a dispute had arisen between the administrators of Madura Meenakshi Devasthanam and the Sultan Sikkandar Avulia Dargah that briefly warranted the intervention of the government.

NSG and Tamil Nadu Police conduct counter-terrorism drill to enhance coordination and response in simulated terrorist attack ...

Temples are not just places of worship but architectural marvels steeped in history and spirituality. From grand complexes that span acres to sacred sites revered for their unique deities, these ...

From the sacredness of Sri Rangam to the brilliance of Veeranam Lake. . . I have seen the power of Tamil heritage in Tamil ...

The Meenakshi Temple, dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi, an incarnation of Parvati and her consort, Lord Shiva, is steeped in ...

A historic Hindu temple, Meenakshi Amman Temple ... It is the largest temple complex in Tamil Nadu and is divided into a number of concentric quadrangular enclosures contained by high stonework ...

Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu is famous for its ancient rock cut temples. This UNESCO World Heritage Site consists of intricate ...

Meenakshi Thirukalyanam is a part of the renowned ‘Chithirai Thiruvizha’ celebrations. This festival is observed during the month of ‘Chitirai’ in the Tamil calendar. Chithirai Thiruvizha is an annual ...

Tamil Nadu, lying in the Southern most part of ... To witness and be a part of this unique festival, visit the Meenakshi temple in Madurai where celebrations happen on a grand scale.