Tiru Gokarnam: (2 kms.) On the outskirts of the town is an ancient Shiva temple dedicated to God Gokarnanatheshwarar. Originally, a cave temple, excavated by the first pallava king Mahendravarman during 600 A.D., considerable additions have been made to the shrine. Today, it is a lovely temple with a vast… Continue reading
Museum: Situated in the town is the Government museum started originally by the Rajas of Pudukottai, which has a large collection of art and sculpture. In the historical section are found a large number of stone sculpture of deities, dancing figures, bas reliefs and models of temples and shrines. The… Continue reading
PUDUKOTTAI (60 kms. from Tiruchirapally) Pudukottai ruled formerly by a family known as Tondaiman Rajas, was founded in 1686 by Raghunatha Raya of Tondaimandalam, who played a leading part in South Indian history. This former princely state is rich in ancient temples due to its natural caves in… Continue reading