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The Pancha Bhoota Sthalams are five ancient temples in South India, each dedicated to Lord Shiva and representing one of the five elements of nature: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether. Here’s a brief overview of each temple:
On arrival at Chennai airport, You’ll be greeted by representatives. Visit the Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, one of the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams representing the element of Air. Proceed to Tirupati, Thirumala for Balaji Darshan: Ensure you have registered online in advance for the darshan. Thiruchanur Alarmelumangapuram Temple: Visit this temple dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Proceed to Kanchipuram, Kailasanatha Temple: This ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, represents the element of Earth (Bhumi Lingam). It is known for its stunning Dravidian architecture and intricate carvings. Vaikuntha Perumal and Varadharaja Perumal temples, and a silk weaving place. And then you will proceed to Thiruvannamalai, is famous for the Arunachaleshwara temple (Fire/Pancha Bhootha Shiva Temples) and the Ramana Maharshi Ashram. Every full moon, people walk around the Annamalai hill and offer prayers to the Arunachala temple called Girivalam. Overnight stay in Thiruvannamalai.
proceed to Chidambaram, where you can visit the famous Natarajar Temple (Earth or Pancha Bhootha Shiva Temples), then drive to Kumbeswarar Temple, Patteeswaram Durgai Amman Temple, and overnight stay in Kumbakonam.
You will proceed to Trichy via Tanjore to visit the Big Temple (Brihadishvara Temple), then drive to Trichy and visit the Rock Fort Temple. Trichy's most famous landmark is the 83-meter-high rock. The most amazing fact about the rock is that it is one of the oldest in the world. Later, visit the Jambukeswarar Temple (Water/Pancha Bhootha Shiva Temples), situated 2 km east of Srirangam. This beautiful Siva temple steals the show due to its excellent architectural design. The temple is named after the elephant, which is believed to have worshipped Lord Siva here. Installed under an ancient Jambu tree, the lingam is partially submerged in water and is meant to represent God incarnate as water.
After breakfast, drive to Chennai. You will be dropped off at the airport two hours before your departure time for your flight back home.
