The Sri Karneshwar Nataraja Temple is a very exclusive temple in the world. The thing is that it is in the shape of a pyramid, which reminds the Great Pyramid of Egypt. It is an exquisitely beautiful temple that is devoted to Lord Shiva who is taking the form of Nataraja, the cosmic dancer.
The Temple having an Intriguing Background
This location also houses an original temple that was constructed in the year 2000 by Dr. Karan Singh the chairman of the Auroville Foundation. Unfortunately, that structure was flooded in 2004 during the Tsunami.
Dr. Singh later constructed another temple utilizing the Egyptian architecture-pyramid. Not only is the shape of the temple in the form of a pyramid and wondrous to look at but it also aids in the transfer of positive energy due to the geometrical patterns.
Architecture and God
- Full pyramid squared like the pyramids of ancient Egypt
- Primary Deity: Lord Shiva as Nataraja the Lord of cosmic dance
- Purpose: It is a mixture of ancient Indian spirituality and universal energy concepts
This is a combination of architecture and religiousness that renders the temple uniquely rare in India.
Time and Place
Location: in Gangaiamman Koil Street, Pudukuppam Beach, Puducherry
Timings:
Morning 6:00 AM- 12:00 Pm
Evening: 4:00 PM 9:00 PM
Trip advisor suggests: February to March as the best time to visit because of the beach breeze and serenity.
Why Go?
- Serene religious energy
- Exclusive architecture of the pyramids
- It is situated at one of the picturesque beaches
- An excellent site of yoga, meditation, and silent thought.
Be it as spiritual seeker, as a traveler or an admirer of architecture, this temple is worth visiting in Pondicherry.
