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Brahmapureeswarar Temple

Located in the Thirupattur area near Tiruchi in the state of Tamil Nadu, Brahmapureeswarar Temple is a revered Hindu temple enshrined by Lord Brahmapureeswarar in the form of Swayambu Lingam as he is believed to have changed the destiny of Lord Brahma. Predominantly a Shiva temple, it is local myth that one can change his own fate of he seeks blessings in this temple. Lord Brahma has a separate shrine where he sits in a meditative pose in his signature lotus flower. Goddess Parvathi is also worshipped in the temple. There are also 12 separate shrine of Lord Shiva, which are called Sri Bhramapureeswara, Sri Pazamalainathar, Sri Pathalaeswarar, Sri Kalathinathar, Sri Jambukeswarar, Sri Sudharaneeswarar, Sri Thayumannar, Sri Sabthagereswarar, Sri Kailasanathar, Sri Arunachaleeswarar, Sri Ekambreswarar and Sri Manduganathar. The temple stays especially crowded on Mondays and Thursdays. And the most popular festivals celebrated here include Brahmotsavam festival, Maha Shivarathri, Kathigai, Navarathri and Vinayaka Chathurthi. Read More

Located at a distance of only 15 km from Tiruchirapalli, the Kallanai Dam is built across the flowing River Kaveri. It spans over 1079 feet and is over 66 feet wide! This ancient dam was originally constructed about 2000 years ago, and it is the oldest functional water regulator structure in the entire country. It may not have much else to offer, but the mesmerising view is surely going to be worth taking a detour. The dam also serves as an inspiration for modern-day dams due to the excellent engineering behind it. Also known as Grand Anicut, the enormous dam is famous not only because it is pertinent to the living of thousands of households around it, but also because of its unmatched scenic beauty. It is constructed with rough stones, but they have been indigenously supporting the dam's structure for over 200 decades. It is still in an excellent condition and is often frequented by locals for picnics. One finds true peace here, watching the sunset and the overall spectacular view. Various new developments, especially like a park, have also been made for kids. Read More

Makkombu

In addition to beautiful temples, Trichy also has something for your children. Mukkombu is a picnic spot located at a distance of about 18 km from the city. Mukkombu has its own amusement park, Gardens and fishing areas, to keep your entire family entertained. The upper dam constructed across the river of Kaveri can also be visited and is equally majestic. boating and fishing facilities are also available at the dam.

Puliyancholai Waterfalls are situated at the base of Kolli Hills in Tiruchi. The mesmerizing waterfalls are a popular site of tourism and receives a huge influx of visitors. The waterfalls are truly a spot of peace and tranquility and offers solitude like no where else.

By far the most popular place in all of Trichy is the Rockfort Ganpathi Temple. It derives its name from it's unique building style. The temple structure comprises a huge rock, which is believed to be the oldest rock in the world, even older than The Himalayan Mountains. After climbing 344 steps, the devotees reach the main temple area. The temple has two sub parts- the Thayumanaswamy, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the Pillayar, which is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The origins of the temple are traced back to the 7th century. The Shiva temple contains the Lingam form of the Lord. Read More

The beautiful temple is located at about 20 km from the main city of Trichy. The Goddess worshipped here, Goddess Mariamman is believed to be the goddess of power. Mariamman is also believed to bring health and prosperity to its devotees. A strong belief is that this deity cures small pox as well as chicken pox. This temple has individual shrines for processional images of Mariamman and moolavar.The place is especially known for the annual festival of Thai Poosam, which is celebrated with a lot of fanfare. The idol of the goddess is made up of sand and clay, and there for, the main idol is not subject to abhishekams (sacred washing), which is done at almost all other Hindu temples. Instead the "abishekam" is done to the small stone statue in front of the idol, as a mark of respect. There is also a famous ritual of buying small metallic replicas of the idol and keeping them at home, whenever a family member falls sick and then donating it to the donation box when the illness is cured. Read More

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is situated in Srirangam Town of Trichy. The temple is devoted to Lord Ranganatha, a reclining form of Lord Vishnu. The temple complex along with the surrounding area covers a total area of 156 acres. It has been constructed in Dravidian style of architecture The temple is the largest functional temple in the world. The outstanding architecture of the temple includes 21 surrounding 'gopurams' along with an ornate gateway, which is also the tallest 'gopuram' of India. There is also a royal temple tower in the place, which covers a base area of 32500 sq. ft and has a height of 196 ft.The temple also has a hall with nearly 1000 decorated pillars. Read More

St. Johns Church, Tiruchi

Trichy also has its share of places for Christian worship. St John's Church, built back in 1812, still stands tall. The white painted church does not see a lot of crowds and is the perfect place for you to spend some quiet hours by yourself. The church also has an adjoining cemetery.

St. Joseph's Church

Built in 1792, the St. Joseph's Church is one of the most beautiful churches in all South India. It is also one of the oldest Churches of India. It was built by Schwartz. The church was built during the time of mass conversions to Christianity, as initiated by the British under their rule in India. It is situated near the Teppakulam, in the centre of the town. The church is located close to the famous Maingaurd Gate, which has been a part of many historical events associated with the colonial rule. Read More

Located in the suburb of the city Tiruchirappalli, Thiruvanaikoil Temple, also known as Jambukeshwarar Temple is one of the holiest places in Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the Panchabhoota Temples (signifying the 5 elements of nature) and represents the water element (Neer). It is situated on an island surrounded by rivers Cauvery and Coleroon and should definitely be on your list when moving around this suburb. The temple is also called “Appu Sthalam” and the Shiva Lingam here is called “Appu Lingam”. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Akilandeshwari, the shrines in the Thiruvanaikoil temple are situated right opposite each other. This signifies the relationship between them: the Devi is the student and the Jambukeshwara is the teacher. The sanctum of Jambukeshwara has an underwater stream which is always full even though the water is pumped out every day. This temple is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams where all the 4 saints have sung prayers to the deity of this temple and it has inscriptions from the Chola period. Whether one is interested in religious beliefs of South India or is simply inquisitive about the culture of Tamil Nadu, this temple is a must-visit for anyone who visits this Southern suburb. Read More