Thiruchirappalli (Trichy)
Trichy was an enjoyable city, where history and spirituality
intertwined. We visited the awe-inspiring Rock Fort Temple, which
majestically rose atop a colossal rocky outcrop. Together with
pilgrims, we ascended the ancient stone steps carved into the rock.
Each step brought us closer to a breathtaking vantage point that
revealed stunning panoramas of the town sprawled below, a vivid
tapestry of colours and life.
Afterwards, I took a tuk-tuk ride to the Sri Ranganathaswamy
Temple, India’s largest, featuring 49 Vishnu shrines and seven
gopurams (ornate entrance gates). The temple is dedicated to Vishnu
and consists of a massive 60-hectare complex complete with beggars,
pilgrims, tourists and numerous traders selling cheap souvenirs.