Thillai Nataraja Temple Location: Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu Height: 135 feet This temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer, has a tower of 135 feet.

Brihadeeswarar Temple Location: Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu Height: 216 feet Built by Rajaraja Chola I, the Brihadeeswarar Temple stands tall at 216 feet."

Meenakshi Amman Temple Location: Madurai, Tamil Nadu Height: 170 feet Known for its intricate carvings, the Meenakshi Temple's tallest tower is 170 feet.

Murudeshwar Temple Location: Murudeshwar, Karnataka Height: 237.5 feet Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the gopuram stands at an incredible 237.5 feet."

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple Location: Srirangam, Tamil Nadu Height: 236 feet One of the most important Vishnu temples, its 'Rajagopuram' is 236 feet tall.

Annamalaiyar Temple Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu 217 feet This temple boasts the second tallest temple tower in India, at 217 feet.

These towering mandirs are not just architectural marvels but also symbols of India's rich spiritual history." Image: Sunset view of a temple with silhouettes of devotees