subject: South India Temples- The Wonders of South India [print this page] Blessed with a perfect location on the confluence of Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy Amman (an incarnation of goddess Parvati). The main shrine houses a beautiful idol of the goddess. Its golden gopuram, intricate carvings, arresting mandaps, wonderful location and religious significance make it a famous attraction. The two wonderful attractions near it are Swami Vivekananda rock (where he attained enlightenment) and the rock with the footprints of the Goddess.
