About Theerthamalai Temple
The Hogenakkal Theerthamalai Temple is a Hindu temple located in the Hogenakkal town of the Dharmapuri district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The temple is believed to have been constructed by the Pallava king Mahendravarman I in the 7th century CE. The temple is a protected monument under the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology. The Hogenakkal Theerthamalai Temple is a square temple with a single tower. The temple is built in the Dravidian style of architecture. The temple is surrounded by a fortification wall. The wall has a gate tower in the east and a Gopuram in the west. The temple has a three-tiered roof made of granite. The front of the temple has a mandapa (hall) with a porch. The mandapa is supported by twelve pillars. The pillars are carved with images of gods and goddesses. The temple has a sanctum sanctorum (inner sanctum) that houses the image of Shiva. The sanctum is approached through a porch. The walls of the sanctum are carved with images of gods and goddesses. The temple is known for its sculptural work. The sculptures on the temple walls depict scenes from the Hindu epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. FAQ's on Theerthamalai Temple
