Date: 16-07-2025 Ghum India Ghum All Images Source: Wikimedia Commons
A sacred temple town in Tamil Nadu, Kumbakonam is famous for its countless ancient temples, drawing pilgrims and tourists from across India every year.
One of the oldest Shiva temples in Kumbakonam, known for Chola-era architecture and a unique Shiva Lingam.
A UNESCO temple where Indra’s elephant was cured. Believed to cleanse sins with a dip in its sacred tank.
Designed like a chariot, this Chola marvel allows sunlight only during March-April to illuminate the sanctum.
Held sacred, this tank hosts the grand Mahamaham festival every 12 years, attracting pilgrims from all over India.
A beautiful Vishnu temple by River Kaveri, known for its tiered gopuram and colourful mythological sculptures.
Shop for local brassware, silk sarees, and temple souvenirs in vibrant markets and modern malls across the town.
Situated on a hill, this Murugan temple has 60 steps named after Tamil years and offers divine hilltop views.
A Vishnu temple near Thirunageswaram, revered as one of the 108 Divya Desams with stunning Dravidian architecture.
Built by Cholas and expanded by Nayaks, this Shiva temple is famed for its legends and Tamil literary mentions.
Dedicated to the Sun God, this Navagraha temple houses all nine planetary deities in separate shrines.