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Where is the Meenakshi Amman Temple located?

ACoimbatore, Tamil Nadu

BChennai, Tamil Nadu

CMadurai, Tamil Nadu

DTiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu

Answer:

C. Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Read Explanation:

- The Meenakshi Amman Temple is a historic Hindu temple situated on the southern bank of the Vaigai River in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. - It is dedicated to Goddess Parvati, worshiped as Meenakshi, and Lord Shiva, revered as Sundareswarar. - The Meenakshi Temple is considered the heart and soul of the ancient 2,500-year-old city of Madurai and stands as one of the top attractions in Tamil Nadu. - Within the temple, there is an idol of Lord Ganesha, intricately carved from a single stone, housed in the Vinayaka temple. - The temple’s sanctum sanctorum is richly decorated with various depictions of Lord Indra, Vishnu, and Lord Shiva. - Chithirai is the most significant festival of the Madurai Meenakshi Temple, celebrated in April and May. During this time, millions of devotees flock to the temple to participate in the festivities.


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