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Nataraja Chidambaram

Lord of Dance

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Gender: male
Element: ether

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Nataraja Chidambaram

Lord of Dance

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Nataraja at Chidambaram is the cosmic dancer, Shiva performing the Ananda Tandava.

Key Facts

State: Tamil Nadu
Town: Chidambaram
Type: Shiva as cosmic dancer
Significance: One of 5 elements (Akasha)

Source: Puranas, temple records

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Tamil Nadu, Chidambaram

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"Nataraja Chidambaram." ELGODS: Spiritual Encyclopedia of India, Deities, https://elgods.jambudweep.tech/explore/deities/nataraja-chidambaram. Accessed August 22, 2026.

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Nataraja Chidambaram

Lord of Dance

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