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Historians say
Built by Thirumalai Nayak and dedicated to Sundareswarar. Its pillars carry sculptures of Shiva and Meenakshi, scenes from their wedding, and figures of ten Nayak kings and their consorts. The spring festival is celebrated here in Vaikasi.
Historians say
A 17th-century pillared hall that is now a working market. Around twenty tailors work antique machines along the perimeter, stitching to measure within an hour or two; the rest sells Sungudi and cotton saris, dhotis, aluminium, brass and bronze vessels, temple lamps, books and souvenirs. The central passageway keeps its sculptures and carvings.