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Annamalai University

Do not pass the opportunity to visit the Annamalai University situated in the ancient city of Chidambaram. Located amidst the hubbub of Chidambaram the Annamalai University was built by Dr. Rajah Sir Annamalai Chettiar in 1929, it was the first private university and one among the oldest in India.

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Chidambaram is one of the holiest places in South India as it houses the most beautiful idol of Lord Nataraja in his divine dancing form. The name of this city, Chidambaram, comes from the Tamil word “Chitrambalam” also meaning ‘wisdom atmosphere’. This was a land ruled by the Pallavas, Cholas, Pandyas, Marathas and the British Empire.

During your visit to Chidambaram, do plan a trip to the Thillai Nataraja temple where you can catch a sight of the beautiful Nataraj idol. The name of the temple came to be called ‘Thillai Nataraja’ because of the ancient variety of Thillai trees growing around the temple.

During the festival of Arudra Dharshan the idols of Lord Nataraja and Shivakama Sundari are taken around the town to the rhythmic sound of Nadaswaram. At this festival you will notice that the streets are lined with beautifully decorated colorful Kolam art reveled by the womenfolk.