The temple has 33,000 spectacular statues in India

Meenakshi Temple consists of 14 towers, 33,000 statues, sophisticated color schemes, and attracts 15,000 visitors a day.

Meenakshi Temple consists of 14 towers, 33,000 statues, sophisticated color schemes, and attracts 15,000 visitors a day.

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Meenaskshi Temple is located in Tamil Nadu state, southern India, featuring vibrant colors.

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Extremely elaborate motifs and patterns show images of gods, demons, or different animals.

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The building was built in the 16-18th century, but the brilliant paint was later worn in major festivals and events.

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The temple complex covers an area of ​​more than 18 hectares, including several temples of the goddess Meenakshi, the goddess Parvati, and the wife of Shiva in Hinduism.

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In the 200 years of reign of Nayakka dynasty from the 13-16 century, many towers and buildings were built in the temple complex.

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Some temple restoration projects have been carried out in recent years to bring Meenakshi temple to its original state.

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Each day 15,000-25,000 people come to the temple to pray for marriage, health, money and children, as well as to eat, sleep and practice.

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The temple is 52 m high, with 12 towers covered by 33,000 unique sculptures.

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Temple with magnificent electric lights at night.

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There are many stalls selling flowers, coconut and worshiping items around the temple.

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The temple is the highlight of the 2,500-year-old Madurai city.

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To preserve the temple, statues of gods are repaired, repainted and performed rituals every 12 years.

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In Sri Meenakshi Amman temple there is a sacred cow statue, offered to the goddess Parvati.

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In addition to the statues of the gods, the temple also features warriors and scenes that recreate the wars.

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Inside the temple are countless great sculptures.

Update 16 December 2018
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