One of the 108 Divya Desams, this Dravidian-style temple, built by the Pallavas 1500 years ago, features a unique ritual where the Goddess leads all processions, followed by Lord Vishnu.
This 2000-year old chola style Shiva temple hosts a shrine with all the twelve Jyotirlingas and is believed to grant a new turn in life, as Lord Brahma rewrote his fate here.
Dedicated to Goddess Kali, this 13th-century Chola-built temple honours Shiva's victory over Parvati in a divine dance-off and holds the goddess with four heads representing the Vedas.
Known as the 'God of Healing,' this Navagraha temple dedicated to Mars offers Naadi astrology readings from palm leaves believed to reveal one's past, present, and future.
This 16th-century Dravidian-style temple in Mylapore honours Goddess Parvathi, who worshipped Shiva as a peacock, and hosts vibrant festivals like the Theppam and Arubathimoovar.
Perched on Chamundi Hills, this 1000-year-old shrine commemorates Goddess Chamundeshwari's triumph over the demon Mahishasura and attracts much importance on Dussehra.
Habitations of 210 reclusive Siddhas, mystic hills contain ancient Sri Thirumangali Amman Temple that promises spiritual enlightenment amidst the loving arms of nature.
Built by Raja Raja Cholan in 1010 AD, this UNESCO World Heritage site shows Dravidian architecture and granite marvels, including an 80-ton stone on its tower.
This replica of the Brihadeeswarar Temple celebrates King Rajendra Chola's victories and features a majestic Shiva Linga idol, a lion statue, and a hidden royal pond.