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We all know very well that every person wants to go for a walk to provide peace to himself and perhaps this is the reason why most people like to go to temples for walking. If you also want to go to a similar place where you can spend time in peace and tranquility, then you should plan a trip to Chidambaram this time. Let us tell you that this small town located about 250 kilometers from Chennai is also known as the Temple Town of Southern India. It is said that Chidambaram is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India where lakhs of people come to visit. Let us tell you that there are many such temples here where you will feel peace. Most of the temples in this city are dedicated to Shiva. Let us tell you through this article about some of the temples present in Chidambaram that you must visit. Let us know -

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* Thillai Nataraja Temple :

Let us tell you that Thillai Nataraja Temple is counted among the most famous temples of Chidambaram. It is situated at a distance of less than 1 kilometer from Chidambaram Railway Station. This is a very ancient Shiva temple which is spread over an area of ​​about 40 acres. Lord Shiva is worshiped in the form of Nataraja in this temple and it is believed that Thillai Nataraja Temple was built in the 10th century. People coming here keep looking at the carvings and artifacts on the walls inside the temple. Because it is very beautiful and is going to attract everyone.

* Thillai Kali Amman Temple :

Thillai Kali Amman temple in Chidambaram also has its own importance. Let us tell you that Thillai is situated in the north of Nataraja temple. Goddess Kali is worshiped in this temple. There is a story related to this temple which is very famous. It is said that Goddess Parvati became angry after losing a dance competition with Lord Shiva. The purpose of this competition was to determine who was superior. After this, he took the form of many, and later Lord Brahma calmed his anger by chanting and praising the Vedas. Hence Thillai Kali is an angry form and hence the idol inside the temple has four faces.

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* Achalpuram Temple :

Achalpuram temple is situated at a distance of about 25 kilometers from Chidambaram. This is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva from Achalpuram village. The presiding deity here is present in the form of Shivalinga wrapped around a golden snake. Whose hood covers the penis. Lord Shiva is worshiped in this temple as Shri Shivlokatyageswara. The magnificent architecture of this temple is truly worth seeing.

* Thiruvetkalam Temple:

Let us tell you that Tiruvetkalam temple also has its own historical and religious significance. There are many stories related to this temple. According to one belief, it is said that this temple is present at the place where Lord Shiva fought and defeated Arjun by breaking his bow during the war. Apart from this, some people believe that this is the place where Arjun received Pashupatastra from Lord Shiva. Let us tell you that Lord Shiva is worshiped in the form of Pashupateshwar in Tiruvetkalam temple.