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PULLAMANGAI MAHISHASURAMARDHINI

A beautiful panel of Mahishasuramardhini is seen at Pullamangai Alanthuraiyar temple. Pullamangai at present known as Pasupathikoil is a hamlet in Papanasam taluk of Thanjavur district. Alanthuraiyar temple is a masterpiece of Early Chola architecture, is known for its rich architecture and sculptures. The remarkable feature of this temple is its sculptures, sculptures of life […]

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GANESA – THE LORD OF GANAS

Lord Ganesa as ‘the Lord of Ganas’ is beautifully captured by the Chola sculptors in Alanthuraiyar temple at Pullamangai. Pullamangai, at present known as Pasupathikoil is a small hamlet in Papanasam taluk of Thanjavur district and the village is credited with an elegant Early Chola temple dedicated to Lord Siva. Alanthuraiyar temple has a three […]