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Kapaleswarar Temple

Kapaleswara Temple : The temple is the biggest in the city and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple contains inscriptions dating back to the 13th century AD, and is a fine specimen of the Dravidian style of architecture. The 37-metre gopuram is especially noteworthy for its intricate carvings depicting tales from Hindu mythology.

 
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