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FAMOUS PLACES IN INDIA
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The Famous Meenakshi temple is in
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Maharashtra
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Gujarat
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Tamil Nadu
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Orissa
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Arulmigu Meenakshi Sundaraswarar Temple is a historic Hindu temple located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Detailed explanation-2: -The temple first came in to being 2000 years ago and was substantially expanded during the regime of Thirumalai Nayak(1623-55 AD). Lord Siva in his incarnation as Sundareswarar and his fish-eyed spouse, Meenakshi, are enshrined in this twin temple. There are five massive gateways enclosing these two shrines.
Detailed explanation-3: -Porthamarai Kulam is a holy temple pond which is also known by other names Adhi Theertham, Sivaganga and Uthama Theertham.
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