Othandeeswarar Temple

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Othandeeswarar Temple in Thirumazhisai Chennai City in Tiruvallur district in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It is located 22 km from the state capital Chennai. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple was built during the 11th century by Chola king Kulothunga Chola II. Shiva is worshipped as Othandeeswarar and his consort Parvathi as Kulirvithanayaki. ()

Coordinates: 13°3'18"N, 80°3'42"E

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Tamil NaduIndia

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Nearby attractions include: Queens Land, The Forum Vijaya, Avadi Lake, Chembarambakkam Lake.

2.8 miSW
Amusement, Amusement park
Queens Land
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Shopping, Shopping centre
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Lake
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3.3 miS
Reservoir with biking and a viewpoint
Chembarambakkam Lake
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5.2 miNE
Area
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4.5 miN
Lake
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