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Srirangam Mettazhagiya Singar Sannidhi (Trichy - Tamil Nadu)

Another important shrine in Srirangam is Mettazhagiya Singar Shrine. This is basically the shrine of Lord Narasimha, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This is the one of the only 2 shrines that are elevated from the ground level, apart from the shrine of Dhanvantri. Its located in the northern side as soon as the wall beyond Thayar Sannidhi is crossed. This is said to be built by Cholas. The best thing about this shrine is the frescoes all over. They are most probably painted by Nayaks.
Sarabeshwarar
  
Lakshmi Narasimhar

Ceiling

Dwarapalaka

Vishnu in Anantasayana
Pandurangan

 Coming back with more shrines of Srirangam...
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Dedicated to Prof. Swaminathan & co...

Bhushavali

An ardent traveler by passion. Being an ex - Art History Teacher, my area of interest especially lies in Nature and Heritage. Visited 85 UNESCO World Heritage sites as of June 2022. I've been listed among the Top 7 Women Travel Bloggers of India, Top 50 in UK. I have been interviewed in a couple of TV Shows, Radio Channels and Events as well. Read more about me and read the testimonials of different brands

21 comments:

  1. Venkat RamakrishnanApril 22, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Thanks for the pictures. The first step towards exploring the temples and their significance is the architecture, drawings, sculptures, etc. In this aspect, your work is appreciated.

    The next step, and more intriguing for me, is the 'how' and 'why' of the architecture. They say that architecture is built in a certain way to receive spiritual energy and transfer that to the people going and approaching the shrines.

    Any experiences on this direction while you visit the temples, would be very valuable.

    Keep up the good work !

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    1. BhushavaliApril 29, 2013 at 5:05 PM

      Glad you liked! :)
      Thanks for the suggestion! :)

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  2. AnonymousApril 22, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    beautiful paintings

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    1. BhushavaliApril 29, 2013 at 5:06 PM

      Mind blowing marvels of our own forefathers! :)

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  3. sunderApril 22, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Nice one :)

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  4. R Niranjan DasApril 23, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Nice mural paintings!

    http://rajniranjandas.blogspot.in/2013/04/the-valley-view.html

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  5. வெà®™்கட் நாகராஜ்April 23, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    Good Paintings... Though I have enjoyed them through my naked eyes, it is a good feeling to see through your photos....

    Thanks for sharing.

    Venkat.
    New Delhi.

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    1. BhushavaliApril 29, 2013 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you Venkat! Glad you liked! Glad to know you've visited! :)

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  6. TeamgsquareApril 24, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Nice to know about these paintings .

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  7. My Unfinished LifeApril 26, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    such beautiful and colorful paintings ...and such intricately done!!!

    http://www.myunfinishedlife.com

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    1. BhushavaliApril 29, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      It was indeed amazing dear! :)
      Thanks for stopping by! :)

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  8. BhushavaliApril 29, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Thank you Ashwini! :)

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  9. magiceyeApril 29, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Lovely paintings!

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  10. TexWisGirlApril 29, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    beautiful ancient art. thanks for stopping by!

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  11. UnknownMay 5, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    What gorgeous paintings!

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