Tamil Nadu Collection (page 6)

Threshing rice, near Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Airatesvara Temple, Dharasuram, Tamil Nadu, India. This Hindu temple was built during the reign of Rajaraja Chola II in the mid 12th century

Carved stone elephant, Five Rathas, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. Mahabalipuram (also known as Mamallapuram) is a city founded in the 7th century by the southern Indian Pallava dynasty

A nautch girl, Madras Presidency, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A Hindu religious procession, Madras, 1902. Artist: Wiele & Klein
A Hindu religious procession, Madras, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Clive in the Trenches at Arcot, 1751 (c1912). The Siege of Arcot (23 September-14 November 1751) took place at Arcot, India between forces of the British East India Company

Ooty Golf Club, c1900. Ooty Golf Course, Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India. Colonel Fane Sewell the Secretary of the Blue Mountains Tennis and Cricket Club formed the golf course in March 1891

Colonnade in the Interior of the Hindu Temple on the Island of Rameswaram Southern India, c1903, ()
Colonnade in the Interior of the Hindu Temple on the Island of Rameswaram Southern India, c1903, (1904). From The Worlds History, Volume II, by Dr. H. F. Helmolt [William Heinemann, London, 1904]

Death of Bishop Heber, India, 1826. Artist: J Sands
Death of Bishop Heber, 1826. Reginald Heber (1783-1826) was Bishop of Calcutta. He died at Tiruchirappalli in Tamil Nadu after suffering an apoplectic fit while taking a bath

The Great Pagoda of Tanjore (Thanjavur), India, 1902. Artist: BL Singley
The Great Pagoda of Tanjore (Thanjavur), India, 1902. Stereoscopic slide. Detail

View of Madras, India, c1860. The town of Madras, or Chennai. Illustration from The History of the Indian Mutiny, by Charles Ball, Volume II, The London Printing & Publishing Company, (c1860)

The Mahratta durbar hall, Palace of the Princess of Tanjore, Tanjore (Thanjavur), India, 1901. Artist: BL Singley
The Mahratta durbar hall, Palace of the Princess of Tanjore, Tanjore (Thanjavur), India, 1901. Stereoscopic slide, detail

An elephant fountain, Madura, India, 1901. Artist: BL Singley
An elephant fountain, Madura, India, 1901. Stereoscopic slide. Detail

Trichinopoly, India, 1903. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Trichinopoly, India, 1903. Also known as Tiruchirapalli. Robert Clive, Clive of India, once lived here. Stereoscopic slide, detail

Fort George, Madras, India, c1860. Illustration from The History of the Indian Mutiny, by Charles Ball, Volume V, The London Printing & Publishing Company, (c1860)

The Rock Fort Temple of Tiruchirapalli, India, 1895. Artist: Taylor
The Rock Fort Temple of Tiruchirapalli, India, 1895. As seen from the east. The Rock Fort is a huge outcrop of rock of 83 metres high

The chief gopura of the temple at Kumbakonam, India, 1895. A gopura (or gopuram) is a prominent feature of a Hindu temple; it is the monumental tower, usually ornate, at the entrance to the temple

Madurai temple, India, c1840. Artist: N Remond
Madurai temple, India, c1840

Town and fort of Trichinopoly, India, 1847. View of Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu, during the British Empire period. Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner, (Dean and Co)

Grand Temple of the Bull, Tanjore, India, 1847. Artist: Kirchner
Grand Temple of the Bull, Tanjore, India, 1847. Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner, (Dean and Co, London, 1847)

Weaver, Muttra, 1917

British soldiers, Muttra, India, 1917

Tiruchirapalli, India, c1840. Artist: N Remond
Tiruchirapalli, India, c1840. Rock Fort or Ucchi Pillayar Hindu temples

Cape Comorin, India, c1840. Artist: N Remond
Cape Comorin, India, c1840

Gopuram, Sri Meenakshi Hindu Temple, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, c1900s(?). Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Gopuram, Sri Meenakshi Hindu Temple, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, c1900s(?). Stereoscopic card. Dedicated to Shiva and his consort, the princess Meenakshi

Pillars of a Hindu temple, Madurai, India, c1900s(?). Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Pillars of a Hindu temple, Madurai, India, c1900s(?). Stereoscopic card

Pyramid Tower, Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu, India, c1925. Hindu temple of carved stone. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

Group of Todas, Ootacamund, South Indian state of Tamil Nadu, 20th century

Christ Church, Muttra, India, 20th century

Carved figure in Rami Perams Pagoda, Ramesvaram, India, c1925. Temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series.re, 2nd series

Passage in Rami Perams Pagoda, Ramesvaram, Tamil Nadu, India, c1925. Temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

General view of fort, Tangore, Tamil Nadu, India, c1925. The Vijayanagar fort at Tanjore or Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

Hindu Temple, Srirangam, India, c1925. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

Palace, Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu, India, c1925. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

Town gate, Srirangam, India, c1925. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 1st series

The front hall of a Hindu temple, Vellore, India, c1925. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 1st series

The Fort of Vellour (Vellore), India, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
The Fort of Vellour (Vellore), India, 1828. The fort was built by the Nayakar chieftains of the Hindu Vijayanagar Empire in the 16th century. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828

A roadside food stall outside the Vedantangal Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, India

Roadside food stalls outside the Vedantangal Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, India

A cow and her calf in a shopping street at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

A shopper carrying a load on her head at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

A stall selling sugar cane at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

A street food stall at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Children playing in the surf at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Pilgrims at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

A pilgrim at a Hindu shrine at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Fishing boats on the beach at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

Ornately-carved temples at Mamallapuram in Tamil Nadu, India

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Tamil Nadu, the land of rich heritage and vibrant culture, offers a glimpse into the soul of India. As you traverse through this enchanting state, you will discover hidden gems that showcase its unique identity. In Tamil Nadu, every corner tells a story. From the ancient temples adorned with intricate carvings to the bustling streets filled with tuk-tuks, there is an undeniable charm that captivates all who visit. As you wander through the historic city of Chennai (formerly known as Madras), take a moment to admire the 19th-century map that depicts its evolution over time. The Anna Salai Road stands tall amidst modernity, reminding us of its glorious past. Venturing further into nature's embrace, witness women gracefully walking along paths amid tea estates in the Anaimalai Hills near Valparai. The lush greenery and serene atmosphere create a picturesque setting that soothes both body and mind. The architectural wonders continue to amaze as you encounter Shiva lingams in ancient temples like Sri Brihadeswara in Thanjavur. These sacred structures stand as testaments to Tamil Nadu's deep-rooted spirituality and devotion. A visit to Mahabalipuram unveils yet another marvel - the Shore Temple. This UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases intricate stone carvings against a backdrop of crashing waves, leaving visitors awestruck by its beauty. To experience everyday life in Tamil Nadu, hop on an auto-rickshaw in Madurai and immerse yourself in its vibrant energy. The locals' warm smiles and friendly greetings make for an unforgettable journey through this bustling city. Nature enthusiasts will find solace amidst tea gardens scattered across Coonoor and Ooty. These breathtaking landscapes around Emerald Lake offer tranquility while sipping on freshly brewed tea from these very estates. Lastly, witness pilgrims embarking on their spiritual journey along roads leading to revered temples across Tamil Nadu.