Home > Indian History > Temples of India > Sudarsana Shrines
Sudarsana Shrines
The shrines for Lord Sri Sudarshana are considered significant and consecrated in Tamil Nadu.

Share this Article:

Sudarsana Shrines , Tamil NaduTamil Nadu is a city of temples. A number of shrines are erected throughout the city. Many of them are larger Vishnu temple and some are smaller which are found throughout Tamil Nadu. Also there are separate sanctums dedicated to Sri Sudarsana (Chakrattazhvar). Sri Sudarshana is one of the famous deities worshipped here> He is venerated as the personification of the powerful discus chakra of Lord Narayana. Some of these shrines, on account of their antiquity, historicity and religious significance are renowned in comparison to the other big shrines. Among all the shrines dedicated to Lord Sri Sudarshana, mention may be made of three famous Sudarsana shrines houses in three ancient Divya Desams, the first in Chola Nadu, the second in Tondai Nadu and the third in Pandya Nadu. In present days these three Sudarshana temples have come into limelight.

Sri Ranganatha Svami Temple, Srirangam, Tamil Nadu, South India: -Sri Ranganatha Svami temple in Srirangam of Tamil Nadu is famous for it houses the imposing image of Lord Sri Sudarshana. The excellent architecture of the image and the main sanctum is considered to be the chief attraction about the temple.

Sri Varadaraja Svami Temple, Kanchipuram: - The Chakrattazhvar (Lord Sri Sudarshana) shrine in the Varadaraja Svami temple in Kanchipuram (Vishnu Kanchi) is erected on the eastern side of the Anantasaras tank. The temple houses two different images of the same Lord and the temple architecture represents the Vijayanagara style.

Sri Kalamegha Perumal Temple, Tirumoghur: - Sri Kalamegha Perumal temple is considered as one of the 108 Divya Desams, which has been eulogized in the hymns of the Azhvars. The captivating image of the Lord, holding sixteen different weapons in sixteen different hands is the chief feature of the temple.


Share this Article:

Related Articles

More Articles in Temples of India


Khajuraho Temples
Khajuraho Temples are known the world over for their beauty and architectural construction. This group of temples is situated in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
Temples In Hampi
Temples in Hampi are the manifestations of rich religious beliefs and architectural and sculptural abundance.
Dilwara Temples
Dilwara Temples located at Mount Abu date back from the 11th to 13th century and rank among the popular tourist destinations of Rajasthan.
Chola Temples
Chola Temples of South India comprises of the three great temples that were constructed in the 11th and 12th century and is declared as a World Heritage Site.
Badami Cave Temples
The Badami Cave Temples, an exemplary production of Indian architecture, are situated in the town of Badami.
Temples in Guwahati
Known to be the temple town of Assam, the temples in Guwahati are a reflection of the Assamese style of culture and architecture.
West India Temples
West India Temples are worth a visit for their beautifully designed masterpieces on stone.
North Indian Temples
India has a rich cultural and historical heritage because of its temples and pilgrimage sites. The North Indian Temples are in plenty and cater to people of all religion.
South Indian Temples
South Indian Temples lavishly built and aesthetically designed, in true sense are the symbol of architectural brilliance.
East India Temples
East India temples are really fascinating and enthralling and visit to these places can mesmerize a person very easily.
Northeastern Temples of India
Religious fervor and spiritual passion enlaces the northeastern temples of India.
Central India Temples
Central Indian temples amidst their religious fervour reverberates the true spirit of Hinduism.