Hindu temples by nature are a great place to go to. There is a vibration in these temples which make these temples the best places to be in and amongst the nicest experiences to have. The Chidambaram temple in the state of Tamil Nadu in the town of Chidambaram is one such example. Situated around 78 km from the city of Pondicherry, this temple lies around 235km from the metropolis of Chennai. The main temple has been built by the traditional Vishwakarma clan architect Viduvelvidugu Perumtaccan. The temple has undergone a lot of renovations in the past, especially when the Cholas and the Pallavas ruled here during the ancient times and also during the medieval era. Amongst the five holy Shiva temples in India, Chidambaram is a representation one of of the five elements of nature – aether or akasha. The other temples are the Thiruvanaikaval  [...] 

The three main categories which are devoted to lord Shiva, in India are as follows:- The Jyotir Lingams The Bhuta Lingams The Svayambhu Lingums It is stated that Lord Shiva had marked his presence in the five south Indian temples. The places were Lord Shiva was present as any normal elements are known to be the Bhuta Lingams. The five south Indian temples and the particular elements are given below Sri Kalahasti – wind Chidambaram – air and the heart. Kanchipuram – earth Tiruvanaikka/Jambunath – water and the stomach. Tiruvannamalai – fire and the chest. Legend behind the Temple: Alan Morinis in one of the pilgrimage books that was related to the Hindu customs and tradition narrated a very appealing story. The story provides information regarding a blessed hill located in Arunachala, which came in the contact  [...]