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Chidambaram is in the southern state of Tamil Nadu in India with a population of about 59,000. Of the numerous temples the Nataraja Temple at Chidambaram is one of the most significant ones. In terms of its antiquity, richness in terms of worship & festival traditions, in architectural & sculptural splendour, in its association with music & dance, Chidambaram is a center second to none in representing the rich cultural heritage of India. Several rich legends are associated with Chidambaram. The best known, are those describing the Cosmic Dance of Shiva, the dance duel between Shiva and Kaali and the more recent one describing the re-discovery of the Tevaram hymns.

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Chidambaram is located in Cuddalore district, 240 km south of Chennai, well connected by train and bus routes.

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The Natyanjali annual festival of classical Indian dance that takes place at the end of February is the biggest attraction that brings thousands of people from all over the world.

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Bhirmapureeswarar Temple - Really a good temple located at sirkali 20 KM from chidambaram, a must-visit. Lot of good and big temples are there in old Tanjore district which starts from Sirkali.

Vaithesewaran koil, 6KM from Sirkali

Thirunallar

Navagraha temples

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Here is the link to temple route map for the travellers visiting Navagraha temples in Tamilnadu. [1]

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• Nataraja Temple.  edit

• Pichavaram (on the road from Chennai). State forest with unique mangrove lake. Boat tours of the lake take about 2 hours, with some impressive views of this ecological site. 15 Rs toll road.  edit

• Sattanathar Temple - Really a good temple a must-visit

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• Akshya Restaurant, Ke-rzha-radha Koil Street. Good one for spicy NV between 11:30 to 15:00

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HOTEL SARADHA RAM A THREE STAR STANDARD HOTEL IS LOCATED OPPOSITE BUSSTAND.Good food,nice A/C rooms,bar etc;are available there.contct phone:91-4144-221336(5 lines)fax:91-4144-222656.website-www.hotelsaradharam.co.in

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