Meenakshi is amongst the most important temples in India. It is located in the city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva (Sundareshwar) and his consort Parvati (Meenakshi). The term “Sundareswar” suggests “the beautiful lord” and “Meenakshi” means “the fish-eyed goddess”. Thousands of pilgrims flock to the temple to pay their obeisance to the Lord. It was nominated for the new ‘Seven Wonders of the World’. The temple remains opens from 5 am – 12:30 pm and 4 – 9: 30 pm. It is closed for the non-Hindus.
History of Meenakshi Temple :
India
Meenkshi is one of the oldest temple in the south India and its history dates back to the 2000 years. It was designed in 1550 by Vishwanatha Nayak and built during the reign of Tirumalai Nayak in the sixteenth and eighteenth century, but certain parts of its are much older. According to the legends
Confucius Temple – Beijing China Tube. Duration : 3.22 Mins.
A guide to the Confucius temple in Beijing. It was established in 478 BC, one year after Confucius’s death, at the order of the Duke Ai of the State of Lu, who commanded that the Confucian residence should be used to worship and offer sacrifice to Confucius. The temple was expanded repeatedly over a period of more than 2000 years until it became the huge complex currently standing.
Yongjusa Temple (???) Video Clips. Duration : 4.98 Mins.
One of the great things about living in Dongtan, is that there are so many things close to where I live. On Saturday, I hopped on a few buses and found myself at Yongjusa Temple (???). It serves as the head of Jogye Order in Korea, and unlike many other Buddhist temples in Korea, Yongjusa isnt situated on a mountain or in a city, but rather on the outskirts of Suwon on a main road. The temple was originally built in 854 during the 16th year of King Munseong of the Silla Dynasty. It was destroyed during the second Manchurian invasion (Byungjahoran). During the Josen Dynasty, King Jeongjo had this temple commissioned out of respect for his father. This is significant, since during most of the Josen Dynasty, Buddhism was repressed. However, King Jeongjo was so moved by a sutra that he heard regarding parents sacrifices for their children he had the temple re-built. Its this rebuilt temple that garners the name Yongjusa. The name is derived from a dream that King Jeongjo had the night before a celebration commemorating its completion. He dreamt of a dragon flying in the sky with a magic ball in its mouth. Thus, Yongjusa translates to Temple of the dragon with a magic ball. In the main courtyard is the Beomjong, one of two sacred bells that date back to the Unified Silla period. This one is designated National Treasure 120. Visitors can also find the Bumeounjunggyeong (?????) books that discuss the topic of filial affection. Yongjusa is just a few minutes outside of …
Yonggungsa Temple: one of Korea’s most beautiful temples. For more, go to www.eatyourkimchi.com –The Gear– Shot on a Canon 550d, Tokina 11-16mm lens. Edited in Final Cut Pro. Music Made in Garageband
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Asakusa Temple + HOT chick = average Tube. Duration : 3.55 Mins.
The BORING Sensoji Temple in Asakusa. Throw in a Polish super model and an arrogant dude and its not that bad. Watch as they walk up the namize shopping street and take up all the tourist nonesense they have to offer until embracing the 7th century temple.
