There are many magnificent spiritual monuments in South India who have been proud of centuries. These monuments have brilliant, breathtaking beautiful architecture. From the complex columns of the Chalukyas to the micro -stone carvings of Krishnadevarai, Dravidian architecture to Vijayanagar style is a unique story of every memorial. Learn about the 7 famous Devi temples of South India which remind us of the grandeur of the Goddess.
7 famous Devi Temple in South India
1. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
There is a historic Meenakshi Amman Temple situated on the southern bank of the Vaigai River in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Built between 1623 and 1655, this place is famous worldwide for its unreliable architecture. The main deity worshiped in the Meenakshi temple is Devi Parvati, also known as Meenakshi, and her husband Shiva.
2. Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore
Located at an altitude of 1,000 feet on the Chamundi hills, the Chamundeshwari Temple is a classic Hindu temple on the eastern border of Mysore. The temple is named after Goddess Durga. The temple also has idols of Nandi and demon Mahishasura. This temple is definitely worth seeing as it is one of the oldest temples in the city of Mysore. This temple is one of the 18 Maha-Shakti Peeths.
3. Annapurneshwari Temple, Horanadu
Located near Horanadu, about 100 miles from Chikmagalur in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, is an attractive Annapurneshwari Temple dedicated to Annapurna Devi. Situated on the banks of the picturesque Bhadra River, the temple is surrounded by dense forests and valleys of the Western Ghats. This place is a true happiness for those who enjoy external activities. The grand, multicolored entrance of the temple is amazing. Annapurneshwari, the goddess of food or grains, is revered in temples in very few places in India. As a result, religious followers have started giving great importance to this temple. Many temples dedicated to Devi Shakti are located in South India.
5. Ahobilum Temple, Anantapur
The deity worshiped in the temple is Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swami. There are temples of Chenchu Lakshmi Devi and Adi Lakshmi Devi on the campus. Lord Lakshmi works as the foundation of the temple of five feet and three inch of Narasimha Swami. It is believed that organizing a wedding ceremony here gives a happy and complete marriage.
6. Hotnikra Temple, Kottayam
Chotnikra is the most revered among the 393 Hindu pilgrimage centers spread over three districts of Kerala state. It is about 50 miles from the city of Kottayam near Ernakulam. Famous for its breathtaking architecture, this temple is a prime example of ancient Vishwakarma founders or wooden sculptures, which have been carved into this temple. The temple is looked after by Shri Mahamaya Bhagwati (Adipar Shakti), also known as the goddess of power and is considered the supreme mother goddess in Hinduism. The goddess, who is sometimes also known as Hotanikara Devi, is worshiped in three forms at three different times of the day.
7. Mookambika Temple, Udup
Goddess Adiprakshakti, who is worshiped in the mookambika temple, is considered a mixture of the powers of three goddesses: Saraswati, Mahakali and Maha Lakshmi. Udabhvalinga, a gender that symbolizes both male and female powers, is located in the sanctum sanctorum.
