Thursday, July 7, 2011

THIRUVALLU TEMPLE ,KERALA 

Thiruvallu Temple of Kerala is another prominent temple of the southern region. It is also one of the ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. A tour to Kerala is significant for a visitor once he visits the temples and praises its architectural style.
Kerala is described as God's own country and is known for its beautiful temples. Most of them are unique of its style and wall paintings. The typical south Indian style is followed in each of the structure. The temple structure started developing in the Chola periods and thus became a tourist destination. Apart from the backwaters and greenery Kerala thus enhances its position through the temples.

The architectural style mostly follows the fine examples of the conventional way. Thiruvallu Temple of Kerala is the largest temple of kerala and is also known for its 50 feet high flag post which is made of granite.
Many shrines which ancient can be found in the temple premises. The idol of Garuda according to mythology is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu is also established here. The main attraction of Thiruvallu Temple is the dance performance of kathakali which is a way of offering rituals to the deity. Kathakali is the folk dance of Kerala portraying stories from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
Kerala is a place of temples and celebrations make it one of the most famous tourist destinations of South India. And adding to the splendor of the festivity of Kerala different temples have sprung up. All have a different architectural style and add to the art form of Kerala.
Thiruvallu Temple of Kerala is a must visit destination for any architecture lover. The construction gives the glimpse of the chola period. The intricate wall carvings and wall paintings of that period glorify the artistry of Kerala as well as South India.

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