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Aalayam Kanden is a journey through ancient, lesser known and unique temples of India.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 114 )
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Ashtalingams Around Thiruverkadu
Vedapureeswarar Temple (Photo Courtesy: Dinamalar)Devotees who perform the Giri valam around Tiruvannamalai ensure they worship the eight lingams one each for... Read more
Posted on 28 June 2014 TRAVEL -
Pillai Kaaragan Swamy @ Melvenpakkam!
The Swayambu Sri Lakshmi Narayana Temple, MelvenpakkamTime and again I have mentioned in my articles about planning to visit a place for a long time, which... Read more
Posted on 16 June 2014 TRAVEL -
The Lord of Yadagiri!
The tower of Yadagirigutta Sri Lakshmi Narasimhaswamy TempleSometimes you want to visit a temple over a long time, and it somehow does not happen even over a... Read more
Posted on 27 May 2014 TRAVEL -
Sri Kalyana Varadaraja Perumal, Srivanchiyam
Sri Kalyana Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Sri VanchiyamSrivanchiyam - The place where Lord Vishnu worshipped Lord Shiva to be united with his beloved - Goddess... Read more
Posted on 18 April 2014 TRAVEL -
Sri Maha Bhairava Rudra!
Construction being carried out at the Maha Bhairava Rudra TempleA temple that has been built merely on instructions from Bhairava with no engineer or architect! Read more
Posted on 09 April 2014 TRAVEL -
Bring Light to Nellikuppam Kailasanatha!
A view of the Nellikuppam Kailasanatha Temple that is currently being renovatedThe Kailasanatha Temple at Nellikuppam dates back to over 1400 years. Read more
Posted on 04 March 2014 TRAVEL -
Madurantaka Choleeswara!
The entrance to the Madhurantaka Choleswara TempleIn today's busy world, temples are often sought as a place to go to be relieved from problems. Read more
Posted on 15 February 2014 TRAVEL -
Musical Ganeshas
Sri Kutchery Vinayagar Temple CheyyurMargazhi is the season for music when every auditorium is packed with Rasikas from morning to night eager to experience... Read more
Posted on 26 December 2013 TRAVEL -
Santhana Prapthi Kalabhairava!
A portion of the Ramagiri Valeeswara TempleAt the end of the Ramayana war, Rama was affected by Brahmahathi Dosha (the curse of killing a brahmin) after... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2013 TRAVEL -
The Grand Chola Experience!
A part of the Chennai Super Bloggers Team - Winners of the First Indian Bloggers League!A blogger meet organised by Indiblogger is something every blogger... Read more
Posted on 16 November 2013 -
My Platinum Day of Love After Twenty Years of Marriage!
13th July, 1992 - Our marriage was solemnized. It was a very simple marriage as you can see from the picture above, with just family and a few friends -... Read more
Posted on 12 November 2013 -
The Lord in the Middle of the River- Reliever of All Doshams!
A view of the Nattatreeswara Temple from the banks of River CauverySage Agasthya was summoned by Lord Shiva. The Occasion - the celestial wedding of Shiva with... Read more
Posted on 04 November 2013 -
Kalyana Avvaiyaar!
Sri Karapuranathar Temple UththamacholapuramThere are a number of special temples for marriage prayers such as Thirumananjeri, Thiruvidanthai and Mudichur. Read more
Posted on 05 October 2013 -
Sundara Dasaratha Nandana!
Punnainallur - the name has become synonymous with the Punnainallur Mariamman Temple. But Punnainallur is not just about that. It also has the wonderful and... Read more
Posted on 16 September 2013 -
Uriyadiyo Govinda!
The Venkatesa Perumal Temple at Varagur lit up for Krishna JayanthiVaragur - the mere mention of the name conjures up images of Krishna Jayanthi Celebrations... Read more
Posted on 08 September 2013 -
The Lord Who Opens His Eyes!
The humble entrance to the Kari Varadaraja Perumal Temple at NerkundramAwesome! Wow! How Divine! These were the words predominant in our minds as we walked out... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2013 -
Mul Padukalam!
Selliamman Temple, OottathurThrough the length and breadth of India, there are several unique places of worship with very unique rituals. Read more
Posted on 04 August 2013 -
27 Star Vedhalams!
Sri Kandaswamy Temple, CheyyurSometimes you just stumble upon awesome temples, without really preparing to visit them. One such jewel is the Sri Kandaswamiyar... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2013 -
Give My Clothes Back!
The stories of Nayanmars and the incredible acts they performed for the love of God never fail to amaze me. Aalayam Kanden aims to share information on the... Read more
Posted on 08 July 2013 -
Suddha Ratneswara - The Purest Gem!
In May 2013, I got a call from Mr. Karthikeyan inviting me to visit the Suddha Ratneswara Temple at Oottathur, about 35 kms from Trichy. Read more
Posted on 07 July 2013