Arittapatti: Ancient Lord Shiva Temple and Historical Sculptures of Tamil Nadu
Discover Arittapatti, an 8th-century A.D. carved Lord Shiva temple located on the west side of Thirupinayanmalai hill. This stunning site features an amusing single path leading to the temple and a serene tank for visitors to enjoy. Notable for its Tamil Brahmi inscriptions and the ancient Theerthangara sculpture created around the 1st century B.C. by Nelveli Sazhivan, as well as another sculpture created in the 10th century A.D. by monk Achanandhi. Explore the historical significance and serene beauty of Arittapatti today.
Arittapatti: Ancient Lord Shiva Temple and Historical Sculptures of Tamil Nadu
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Arittapatti • Carved lord Shiva temple of 8th century A.D. by the pandia’s at the west side of the hill.
Thirupinayanmalai • It is called “Kazhinjamalai” by the local people.There is a Tamil bhrami inscriptions in this cave and the first Theerthangara sculpture • created upon the hill at the 1st centurey B.C. by”Nelveli sazhivan athinanvelian”
1st Theerthangarar sculpture • It was created at 10th century A.D. by the monk namely “Achanandhi”