The Nataraja temple in Chidambaram is located in the southeastern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The temple is spread over an 40 acres area, within layers of concentric courtyards. The complex has nine gopurams, several water storage structures of which the Shivaganga sacred pool is the largest with a rectangular plan. The temple complex is dedicated to Nataraja Shiva and theological ideas associated with Shaivism concepts in Hinduism. Two major choultry called the 100 pillared and 1,000 pillared halls, inscriptions and frescoes narrating Hindu legends about gods, goddesses, saints and scholars. Chidambaram is one of the five holiest Shiva temples. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva. The temple has inspired the famous Nataraj form of the Lord, as a cosmic dancer, one that has now become notably famous in Hinduism. Dharshan Time. Morning 6.00.a.m to 12.00 noon, Evening 5.00.p.m. to 10.00 night. Ardhajaamam pooja starts at 9:00pm with abhishekam and ends at 10:00pm.
