Art & Architecture
கலை & கட்டிடக்கலை
Discover the architectural marvels of Srirangam Temple - magnificent mandapams, intricate sculptures, and centuries-old murals that showcase the genius of Chola, Vijayanagara, and Nayak artisans.
Magnificent Mandapams
அற்புதமான மண்டபங்கள்
Pillared halls for rituals, festivals, and cultural events
Aayiram Kaal Mandapam (1000 Pillar Hall)
ஆயிரம் கால் மண்டபம்
Prakaram
4th
Pillars
953
Period
15th-16th Century CE
Built By
Vijayanagara Empire
Special Feature
Each pillar is uniquely carved with different designs
The magnificent 1000 Pillar Hall (actually 953 pillars) is one of the finest examples of Vijayanagara architecture. Used for religious discourses and cultural events.
Garuda Mandapam
கருட மண்டபம்
Prakaram
3th
Pillars
40
Period
12th Century CE
Built By
Chola Dynasty
Special Feature
Famous for its acoustics and massive Garuda idol
Houses the large Garuda (divine eagle) shrine. Known for excellent acoustics - a clap at one end can be heard clearly at the other.
Sesharayar Mandapam
சேஷராயர் மண்டபம்
Prakaram
4th
Pillars
64
Period
16th Century CE
Built By
Merchant Sesharayar
Special Feature
Magnificent horse sculptures on pillars
Built by a wealthy merchant, this mandapam is famous for its intricately carved horse sculptures on the pillars. Each horse is depicted in different poses.
Kili (Parrot) Mandapam
கிளி மண்டபம்
Prakaram
4th
Pillars
48
Period
17th Century CE
Built By
Nayak Dynasty
Special Feature
Beautiful parrot sculptures on pillars
Features beautifully carved parrot sculptures on the pillars. Parrots are symbolic of speech and poetry in Hindu tradition.
Ranga Vilasa Mandapam
ரங்க விலாச மண்டபம்
Prakaram
3th
Pillars
36
Period
17th Century CE
Built By
Nayak Dynasty
Special Feature
Used for Unjal Seva (swing festival)
Used during Unjal Seva where the processional deity is placed on a swing. Features paintings depicting Ramayana and Krishna Leela.
Venugopal Mandapam
வேணுகோபால் மண்டபம்
Prakaram
5th
Pillars
24
Period
16th Century CE
Built By
Vijayanagara Empire
Special Feature
Krishna playing flute sculptures
Features sculptures of Krishna playing the flute (Venugopal form). Popular among devotees for its serene atmosphere.
Sacred Sculptures
புனிதச் சிற்பங்கள்
Stone, bronze, and stucco masterpieces
Dashavatara Panel
தசாவதார சிற்பம்
Type
stone
Dynasty
Chola
Period
12th Century CE
Exquisite stone carvings depicting all 10 avatars (incarnations) of Lord Vishnu from Matsya to Kalki.
Yali (Mythical Lion) Pillars
யாளி தூண்கள்
Type
stone
Dynasty
Vijayanagara/Nayak
Period
15th-17th Century CE
Ornate pillars topped with Yali - a mythical creature combining lion, elephant, and other animals. Symbol of power and protection.
Musical Pillars
இசைத் தூண்கள்
Type
stone
Dynasty
Vijayanagara
Period
16th Century CE
Specially carved pillars that produce musical notes when struck. Each pillar produces different Swaras (musical notes).
Srirangam Ranganatha Processional Deities
ஸ்ரீரங்கம் உற்சவ மூர்த்திகள்
Type
bronze
Dynasty
Chola
Period
10th-12th Century CE
Magnificent bronze processional deities (Utsavar) including Namperumal, Azhwar figures, and Sri Devi-Bhoo Devi.
Kodai Kollum Perumal Utsavar
கொடை கொள்ளும் பெருமாள் உற்சவர்
Type
bronze
Dynasty
Chola
Period
11th Century CE
Special bronze deity that accepts offerings. Used during Brahmotsavam and other major festivals.
Ancient Murals
பண்டைய சுவரோவியங்கள்
Centuries-old paintings depicting divine narratives
Ramayana Paintings
ராமாயண ஓவியங்கள்
Theme
Episodes from Ramayana
Period
17th Century CE
Vibrant paintings depicting key episodes from the Ramayana including Rama's coronation, Sita's abduction, and Lanka Dhahanam.
Krishna Leela Murals
கிருஷ்ண லீலை சுவரோவியங்கள்
Theme
Krishna's divine play
Period
17th Century CE
Murals showing Krishna's childhood exploits including Kaliya Mardanam, Govardhana lifting, and Rasa Leela.
Vishnu Ananthasayanam
விஷ்ணு அனந்தசயனம்
Theme
Cosmic repose of Vishnu
Period
16th Century CE
Grand mural depicting Vishnu reclining on Adishesha with Brahma emerging from His navel and Lakshmi at His feet.
Azhwar Saints Procession
ஆழ்வார் புனிதர்கள் ஊர்வலம்
Theme
All 12 Azhwars in devotion
Period
18th Century CE
Paintings showing all 12 Azhwar saints in devotional poses, each with their distinct iconography and attributes.
Architectural Highlights
கட்டிடக்கலை சிறப்பம்சங்கள்
Musical Pillars
Produce different Swaras
இசைத் தூண்கள்
Yali Sculptures
Mythical lion-elephant
யாளி சிற்பங்கள்
Om-Shaped Vimana
Unique Pranavakara
ஓம் வடிவ விமானம்
Horse Pillars
Rearing stallions
குதிரை தூண்கள்
Parrot Carvings
Symbol of poetry
கிளி செதுக்கல்
Dashavatara
10 Vishnu avatars
தசாவதாரம்
Nayaka Paintings
17th century murals
நாயக்க ஓவியங்கள்
Bronze Utsavars
Chola masterpieces
வெண்கல உற்சவர்
Dynasty Contributions to Art
அரச வம்சங்களின் கலைப் பங்களிப்பு
Source: HRCE Official Data (hrce.tn.gov.in) | Temple ID: TM025700 | Last Updated: July 2026