Chennai Temples
India has wealthy cultural and historical heritage well preserved in its temple architecture and pilgrim sites. From the majestic Himalayan ranges in the North, to Kanyakumari in the South, India is arrayed with thousand of shrines, temples and worship places dating back to hundreds of years. Many theories have been formulated to explain the existence of these holy sites in such a huge number, paving the path to attain salvation or "nirvana". The statuary and beautification in these ancient temples showcases one of the world's foremost artistic heritages. The designs of major temples have augmented into enormous architectural splendor.

Southern India is dotted with places of religious interest. There are several towns that are referred to as the temple towns owing to the splendor of the temples they are home to. Southern India is sprinkled with places of religious interest. There are several towns that are referred to as the temple towns owing to the magnificence of the temples they are home to. Rameshwaram is an island- of Lord Rama's temple at Tamil Nadu is a terrific destination. Along with being a major pilgrimage for the Hindus, Rameshwaram is a happening holiday spot too. Rameshwaram is significant for the Hindus as a pilgrimage to Benaras is incomplete without a Pilgrimage to Rameshwaram.

Architecture of South Indian Temples is the style that developed in the Dravida Desam. The Vimana and the Gopurams are the unique characteristics of the Southern style. The Vimana is a tall pyramidal tower consisting of several more and more smaller stories. This stands on a square base. The Gopuram has two stories divided by a horizontal molding. The Prakara or the outer wall, envelops the main shrine as well as the other smaller shrines, the tank. The Pallavas, the Cholas, the Pandyas, the Vijayanagar rulers, the Nayaks all contributed to the Southern style of temples.