When one is stressed in work or cannot seem to find the right path a bit of prayer always helps. It gets magnified if one makes a pilgrimage to temples and does some soul-searching. If you have already visited the places in and around Delhi and North India and want to go to a new place, South India is the perfect destination. The South especially the city of Chennai has a lot to offer, with numerous temples in and around the city. It should be the first destination on your list.
Along with the temple, there are various beaches in and around the city; where one can sit and contemplate about life and the journey that lies ahead. Some of these temples are grand buildings, many years old and has a special place in the heart of people. These temples also accept people from all backgrounds and religions as there are no bounds to receive love from God.
Puri Jagannath Temple: This place is dedicated to the divine trinity of the Lords Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra. The Puri Jagannath Temple in Chennai is a major attraction for the devotees of these deities. This wonderfully carved temple is simply stunning to look at and engages all its tourists in its splendour and divinity.
Built during the Kalinga period, the temple is a mirror which reflects the great art and architectural designs from ancient times. Granite and white marbles that decorate the temple are designed to make the stone carvings look like works of art. It is also home to separate shrines which are dedicated to Lord Shiva, Ganesha and Bimala. The annual festival held in this magnificent temple is something all devotees and tourists look forward to. Its main attraction showcases the Rathayatra; one of the most prominent rituals of the festival and a rite viewed by millions around the world.
Mahabalipuram Temple: Mahabalipuram; a town near Chennai, was established in the year 1827, but its actual history dates back to the times of Pallavas. This town is a historical place which attracts tourists flocking to Chennai. With several temples and monuments in the town, the place gained a lot of popularity among the visitors. On your visit to this historic town, you can visit many of the ancient temples that are home to deities like Lord Krishna. Temple caves that are dedicated to other deities can also be found within the town. The significance and the sheer range of temples and other historical monuments in Mahabalipuram, has helped the place earn a UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
These places are sacred and can evoke a sense of belief in even the most stubborn of non-believers. Such is the magnificence and power of the place. You can check for the Delhi to Chennai flights schedule and book the next convenient flight. A tour of this place can help one find their path in life and future. The power of prayer is very strong and taking a trip to put in a prayer can only strengthen it.
