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Culture Quest in Southern Sojourn

April 12, 2024
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My recent temple run in the state of Tamil Nadu definitely felt re energised and refurbished. Truly a soul cleansing and enriching experience. You cant help but feel dazed about the architecture, design and intricacies of these temples deep rooted in ancient history. The culture and traditions behind these places of worship leaves you wanting to know more and you get so engrossed as the guide explains the various nuances which in the normal course your eye fails to identify. You cant help but feel a sense of disbelief that how such construction activities happened thousands of years ago. I also felt how several small towns existed down south blissfully oblivious of happenings around them but still following in detail every culture and tradition to its meticulous perfection which is believed to bring people of the town good fortune. When I visited the less crowded Muttom beach in Nagerkovil I seriously felt very hard to leave the place. It was spectacularly scenic with hardly any noise except the sound of the humongous waves which hit the rocks with such ferocity and alarming regularity. Sometimes you need a detour from the mundane to stay more alive and experience the nature at its breathtaking best and also revisit the historic heritage sites our great nation has in abundance to get soaked in its splendour and magnificence. Each town and each religious place has its own significance and you feel so enthralled and entranced just to breathe its air and you feel fortunate that you experienced the life of the locals even if it was for a short duration but nevertheless it leaves you with an indelible impression for ever. Visiting places after 4 decades especially the Vivekananda rock seemed so surreal and the magnitude of the monument left me in dazed wonderment. As we return to the humdrum of the chaotic city life the memories of the extremely helpful people down south who sometimes take that extra zeal and enthusiasm to take that time off to explain the history of each and every deity even without you asking and the ever so smiling waiter in a remote hotel in the southern most tip of India giving you that extra dollop of care while feeding you with the most lip smacking food served in the delicately laid plantain leaf leaves you with memories unforgettable for a life time and their images will be engraved in your mind for lifetime. As always every journey, the different kind of people you meet, the various cultures and traditions you come across gives you the time to experiment and rediscover yourself and sure leaves your mind and soul thoroughly enriched and feeds you with energy to stretch further.

     
 
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  1. Anand A says:
    1 year ago

    Your blog post beautifully captures the essence of your recent temple journey in Tamil Nadu. Your vivid descriptions transported me to the majestic temples and serene beaches, evoking a sense of wonder and appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the region. I was particularly drawn to your reflections on the significance of small towns and the heartfelt hospitality of the locals, which added depth to your narrative. Your writing not only inspires wanderlust but also encourages readers to embrace new experiences and cultures. Thank you for sharing your unforgettable adventure and reminding us of the transformative power of travel.
    Regards
    A Anand
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    • Sharmila KR says:
      1 year ago

      Thank you Anand for that detailed comment. Glad you were able to relate to my experience and to what I have written

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  2. Niranchana says:
    1 year ago

    Your trip sounds absolutely enchanting! It’s clear you were deeply moved by the temples and the serene beauty of Muttom beach. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt experiences with us. It’s truly inspiring to hear about your journey mam 🙂

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    • Sharmila K R says:
      1 year ago

      Thank you Niranchana. Being from down south you can truly resonate my feelings.

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    • Anjana says:
      1 year ago

      Beautifully written about the old Town charm of Tamil Nadu Ma’am. Wanting to travel more with your inspiring journey.

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      • Sharmila K.R says:
        1 year ago

        Thank you Anjana.

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  3. Nitin says:
    1 year ago

    Love your Tamilnadu temple run blog. You have penned down your experience and feelings so well. I am also very much interested in visiting ancient temples of Karnataka, Tamilnadu and Kerala. Have done temple run in Karnataka several times. Thank you sharing your experience

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    • Sharmila K R says:
      1 year ago

      Thank you Nitin. You should visit TN temples when you find time.

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