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ASI Protected
Andal Temple
Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu
9th Century CE
The 11-tier gopuram of this temple is the official emblem of the Tamil Nadu government. Dedicated to the poet-saint Andal.
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Details
- Dynasty
- Pandya
- Style
- Dravidian
- Primary Deity
- Andal (Vishnu consort)
- Languages
- Tamil, Sanskrit
- Scripts
- Tamil, Grantha
Historical Significance
TN govt emblem. Andal birthplace. 11-tier gopuram
Architectural Features
11-tier gopuram (44m)Andal shrineTulsi garden