The Saivite savant Manickavasagar of the 9th century used money meant for buying horses to construct this temple at Avudaiyarkoil, known as Thiruperunthurai, in Pudukottai district.
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Queen with all her robes and Jewels sculpted in Aathmanathaswamy temple, Aavudayar Kovil 'Avudaiyarkoil', Tamilnadu.
9th century ce
What is the name of this Queen? 👑
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Possibly, the King and the Queen in Aathmanathaswamy temple. Look at the hairdress. Is this ritualistic depiction?
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What is this Animal ?
You must cover this temple
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Stone lizards carved on the roof of the temple
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Hanging chains carved in stone on the ceiling of the temple
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Some more devotees carved on the pillars of the temple
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There are snake sculptures surrounding a pond in the temple.
Can anyone count the number of snakes ?
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