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Who destroyed Srirangam temple?
The temple was looted and destroyed by the Delhi Sultanate armies in a broad plunder raid on various cities of the Pandyan kingdom in early 14th century.
Who is Thulukka Nachiyar?
One such fascinating story from the 14th century features a Muslim woman recalled to this day by Hindus as Thulukka Nachiyar (literally, “Tughluq Princess”), who is said to have fallen in love with a Hindu god.
Who built Madurai Meenakshi Amman?
King Kulasekara Pandya
Overview. Madurai Meenakshi Sundareswarar temple was built by King Kulasekara Pandya (1190–1216 CE). He built the main Portions of the three-storeyed gopura at the entrance of Sundareswarar Shrine and the central portion of the Goddess Meenakshi Shrine are some of the earliest surviving parts of the temple.
Who built Srirangam gopuram?
Sri Ahobila Matha
The monumental task of completion of the Rajagopuram was undertaken and completed successfully by Sri Vedanta Desika Yatheendra Mahadesikan, the 44th jeeyar of Sri Ahobila Matha. The construction spanned 8 years before it was consecrated on 25 March 1987.
Why Vishnu is called Ranga?
His name in Sanskrit means “leader of the place of assembly”, coined from two Sanskrit words ranga (place) and natha (Lord or leader).
What is the old name of Trichy?
pronunciation (help·info)) (formerly Trichinopoly in English), also called Tiruchi or Trichy, is a major tier II city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Tiruchirappalli district.
Who is Bibi Nanchari?
According to legends ;Bibi Nancharamma is divine consort of Lord Venkateshwara. Devotees believe that she was daughter of a muslim ruler of north; who became besotted with Lord’s image.
Why were the idols of Ranganadha shifted from Srirangapatnam to Tirumala?
Due to the Muslim invasions between 1320 and 1369 A.D., the idols of Lord Ranganadha of Srirangapatnam were shifted to Tirumala for safe keeping. Daily prayers and poojas were offered to him in this Mandapam. After the cessation of the Muslim invasions, these statues were once again shifted back to Srirangam.
What is the history of Srirangam temple?
In 11th Century AD, Sri Ramanuja Charya, a Vaishnavite saint made Srirangam as his base and promoted Vaishnavism. This temple came under the attack of Malik Kafur in 14th Century AD, during this temple, Sri Ranganatha Swamy, and his jewels were shipped to Tirupati temple.
What is the other name of the main entrance of Tirupati?
This entrance has other names such as ‘Padivaakili’ and ‘Simhadwaram’.In Tamil it is called ‘Periya Thiruvasal’. On either side of this main entrance there are two feet high statues made of alloy metal (Pancha loha). They are Sankanidhi and Padmanidhi who are the guardians of ‘Navanidhi’, the treasure of Lord Sri Venkateswara.
Why is there a statue of venkatapatirayalu in Chandragiri?
By the left side of the main entrance or Mahadwaram there is a tall copper statue with folded hands. This is the statue of Venkatapatirayalu, the king of Chandragiri. He was a generous king who ruled Chandragiri during 1570s and donated many valuable gifts to the deity.