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This
is another fishing village, 16 Kms south of Mamallapuram. A ruined fort of
Dutch origin near the beach houses tomb stones dating back to 16-17th century.
If you are heading further down south, 75 kms away from Pondicherry you will
reach Pichavaram. Mangrove forests could be seen with backwaters criss crossing
the entire forest area. An ecological paradise, Pichavaram could be visited
throughout the year. Boating operations on backwaters and the simple accommodation
on the bank are run by Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation. 16 Kms
West of Pichavaram is Chidambaram, a town famous for the Lord Nataraja Temple,
a sprawling complex with multiple gopurams. The presiding deity Siva is worshipped
as the cosmic dancer. Various "Mudras" - gestures of the South Indian
dance of Bharatanatyam, adorn the temple. The temple is a stupendous repository
of art. Every year, a dance festival called Natyanjali festival is celebrated
during Mahasivarathn period.