Srirangam, Tamil Nadu: This massive temple is dedicated to the reclining form of Vishnu and is the largest functioning Hindu temple complex in the world. The temple complex is spread over 631 acres and has 21 gopurams.
Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu: This temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, which are sacred shrines dedicated to Shiva. The temple is famous for its long corridors and its holy water tanks
Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: This temple is one of the richest temples in India and is dedicated to Vishnu. The temple is famous for its gold-plated gopurams and its idol of Vishnu, which is made of 12,000 saligramams.
Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple, Guruvayur, Kerala: This temple is dedicated to Krishna and is considered to be one of the holiest temples in Kerala. The temple is famous for its strict dress code and its daily rituals.
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi, Karnataka: This temple is one of the oldest temples in South India and is dedicated to Shiva. The temple is famous for its intricately carved pillars and its large Nandi bull.
Somnathpur Temple, Somnathpur, Karnataka: This temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its Hoysala architecture. The temple is famous for its intricately carved sculptures and its star-shaped plan.
Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu: This temple is one of the largest temples in South India and is dedicated to Shiva. The temple is famous for its massive vimana, or tower, which is 66 meters tall.
Chennakesava Temple, Belur, Karnataka: This temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its Hoysala architecture. The temple is famous for its intricately carved sculptures and its star-shaped plan.
Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu: This group of temples is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its Pallava architecture. The temples are famous for their carved rock sculptures and their location on the Bay of Bengal.