Famous for a Shiva shrine shrouded in antiquity, Chidambaram in Tamil Nadu is one of the holiest Hindu shrines in the country.

A special shrine, the Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram houses both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu in the main sanctum. The shrine is dedicated to the 'Ananda Tandav' of the deity Shiva.

Ananda Tandav according to mythology refers to the legendary dance of bliss that was performed by Lord Shiva for his devotee Vyagrapaadar and Lord Vishnu in accompaniment to divine music. Chidambaram according to legend is one of the Panchabhoota sthals. It signifies the concept of space.

Venue of the annual Natyanjali Dance Festival, the Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu attracts devotees from far and wide.

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