Temple Sculpture English

Aayiram Kovil Edam – Kanchipuram Part 2

Kailasnath Temple….is it a temple or a mound of fine arts from all over the world?  At first, I did not understand anything.  When I took a closer look, I saw a wall built of stone mandapas (halls) covered with large number of carvings.  We will be surprised when we examine it in detail.  Everywhere, […]

Jalan Alor English

A Journey to the Dream City – Malaysia Part 2

Another attraction of the city is the city square called Dataran Merdeka Square [Independence Square in Merdeka] where the British Flag was lowered after Malaysia got independence.  It has one of the world’s tallest poles.  Opposite to this, Abdul Samad Palace is situated which was the center of British rule and was built in the […]

Mangala Devi Temple English

Kaanana Kannagi – Mangala Devi

A visit to Mangala Devi Temple on the day of Chithra Pournami was a long-cherished dream which finally came true this time.  My friend is working in Kumily Forest Department.  He called me up when he was put on duty at Mangala Devi.  He told me to reach there early morning, but I could reach […]