THE LORD OF MANY FLAVOURS
(By Subbaram Danda)
VINAYAKA CHARTURTHI is celebrated in Chennai with
a unique fervour and flavour. A
highlight is installation of large idols of the Lord, each showcasing a special feature, for worship at various
strategic points in the city.
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| This idol at T. Nagar is made essentially of sugar crystals |
A short drive around Mambalam, our place of residence, took us
today to three distinctively different deities. The 14-ft statue of Ganesha on
Venkatanarayana Road in T. Nagar near JYM Marriage Hall spread sweet fragrance
all around. It was made essentially of
sugar crystals! Another tall idol in
Rangarajapuram was made of white sesame seeds!
The third one in the same area was Gajanana Ganesha, flanked by two
elephants.
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| This tall statue at Rangarajapuram is made of white sesame seeds |
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| Also at Rangarajapuram, this idol is flanked by elephants |
It has become a fashion for people to go round the city, take a
look at the various statues and share the information with friends and
relatives through social networks like the FaceBook.
August 29, 2014
