Nadu Collection

Chola period murals painting, Brihadeeswarar temple, Thanjavur, India
Ancient murals painting of the Chola period found on the walls of the Brihadeeswarar temple, Thanjavur, India. The temple is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The home of snooker - The Ottacamund Club, Southern India
Playing snooker at the Ootacamund Club, Ootacamund (known as Snooty Ooty) in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu, Southern India, where snooker originated on the billiard tables during the Raj

View of the hill station of Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, India, with St Anthonys Church in the middle distance, and beef and mutton stalls on the left. Date: circa 1910s

Shiva Nataraja, King of Dance. 850-1100. Hindu art. Chola art. Sculpture on bronze. FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: INDIA. TAMIL NADU

Nataraja, Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 1000s. South India, Tamil Nadu
2967360 Nataraja, Shiva as the Lord of Dance, 1000s. South India, Tamil Nadu, Chola period (bronze) by Indian School; 113x102x30 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Gopuram - Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam, India
Gopuram of the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (Thiruvarangam) - a Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha, a form of the Supreme God, Maha Vishnu, located in Srirangam, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu, India

Deaf and Dumb School, Palayamkottai, India
C. E. Z. (Church of England Zenana Missionary Society) Deaf and Dumb School, Palamcottah (now Palayamkottai in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu), India. Deaf and Dumb children learning to talk

The home of snooker - The Oottacamund Club, Southern India
Playing snooker at the Ootacamund Club, Ootacamund (known as Snooty Ooty) in the Nilgiri Hills, Tamil Nadu, Southern India, where snooker originated on the billiard tables during the Raj

Hill Fort of Gingee or Senji, Tamil Nadu, India. 1835

Interior of Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram Island, India
Interior (The Great Corridor) of Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram Island, Tamil Nadu, India, a Hindu temple in Dravidian style dedicated to the god Shiva. Date: circa early 1930s

Doorway #2
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India, Tamil Nadu, Nilgiri Mountains, UNESCO World Heritage Steam Train, Udagamandalam (AKA Ooty). Date: 05/07/2007

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Railroad track of Heritage Steam Train going through forest Udagamandalam, Nilgiri Mountains, Tamil Nadu, India Date: 12/08/2006

Madura: Pillars in the Recessed Portico in the Royal Gopurum with the base of one of the Four Sculpted Monoliths
996013 Madura: Pillars in the Recessed Portico in the Royal Gopurum with the base of one of the Four Sculpted Monoliths, 1858 (albumen print from a waxed paper negative) by Tripe

Group of Toda people, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: group of Toda people, India. Toda people are a Dravidian ethnic group who live in the Nilgiri Mountains of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu

No. 34: Turban, Indian Fabrics, compiled by John Forbes Watson, 1866 (paper and cotton)
3472684 No. 34: Turban, Indian Fabrics, compiled by John Forbes Watson, 1866 (paper and cotton) by English School, (19th century); Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

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Farm labourers processing corn cobs on a type of threshing machine to remove leaves, Tamil Nadu, India

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Woman planting rice plants in a paddy field, Tamil Nadu, India

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Gandhi Memorial Museum, Tamukkam Palace, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India

Shiva Nataraja. Bronze. 12th century. India
Shiva Nataraja. 12th century. Bronze, Chola style. Tamil Nadu, India. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

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Madurai - Meenakshi Amman Hindu Temple, Tamil Nadu, India
Meenakshi Amman Temple, a historic Hindu temple located on the southern bank of river Vaigai at Madurai, the administrative headquarters of Madurai District in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu

Two Monkeys In A Tree; Tamil Nadu, India

Minakshi-Sundareshwara Temple, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Minakshi-Sundareshwara Temple with Great Pagoda, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, rebuilt in the 16th and 17th centuries. Date: circa 1910s

China Bazaar Road, Madras, Tamil Nadu, India
China Bazaar Road, Madras (Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India. Date: circa 1910

Kodaikanal hill station, Tamil Nadu, India, with ox-drawn carts on the road. Date: circa 1905

Mettupalayam Railway Bridge, near Coonoor, India
Mettupolliam (Mettupalayam) Railway Bridge, near Coonoor, Tamil Nadu state, India. Date: circa 1910

Barracks, Ooty (Ootacamund), Tamil Nadu, India
Barracks with parade and gun salute, Ooty hill station (Ootacamund, Udhagamandalam), Tamil Nadu, India. Date: circa 1910

Temple at Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (Hindu) at Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli (Trichy, Tiruchi), Tamil Nadu, India. Date: circa 1890s

Monster Gun of Tanjore, Tamil Nadu, India
Monster Gun of Tanjore (Thanjavur), Tamil Nadu, India. This enormous iron cannon was built during the reign of Raghunatha Nayak (17th century), and is thought to be one of the largest in the world

Madras (Chennai) from the jetty, Tamil Nadu, India
Madras (Chennai) viewed from the jetty, Tamil Nadu, India. Date: circa 1890s

Senate House, Madras Chennai University, India
Senate House, Madras Chennai University, Tamil Nadu, India. Date: circa 1890s

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Rockfort, Tank and Clives House, Tiruchirappalli, India
Tiruchirappalli (formerly called Trichinopoly and nicknamed Tiruchi or Trichy) - a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Tiruchirappalli District

Hindu Temple at Thanjavur, India
Hindu Temple at Thanjavur, formerly Tanjore, a municipality and the headquarters of the Thanjavur District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Date: circa 1910s

Mausoleum at Aruganthampoodi, Tamil Nadu, India
Aruganthampoodi is a village of great historical importance situated in the Vellore District of Tamil Nadu. The village holds the mausoleums of the family members of Tipu Sultan

Hindu god Shiva appears as Nataraja (lord of the dance) dancing in a ring of fire. In his hair is a small representation of the goddess Ganga

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Welcome to Nadu, a land of rich history and vibrant culture. Step into the Chola period murals painting, where art comes alive on the walls, telling tales of ancient times. Marvel at the Brihadeeswarar temple in Thanjavur, an architectural masterpiece that stands tall as a testament to our glorious past. In this enchanting land, you'll find The Ottacamund Club, known as the home of snooker. Engage in friendly competition while surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Southern India's hill station. Immerse yourself in spirituality as you witness Shiva Nataraja, the King of Dance. From 850-1100 AD, this divine depiction captivated hearts with its graceful movements and profound symbolism. Take a moment to soak in the panoramic view from Coonoor's hill station – nature's gift to Tamil Nadu. Let your senses be overwhelmed by its serene charm and lush greenery. As you explore further into South India's treasures, encounter Nataraja once again – Shiva as the Lord of Dance. This timeless representation showcases our devotion through centuries. Gaze upon Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple's Gopuram in Srirangam; it stands tall like a guardian protecting our spiritual heritage for generations to come. Witness compassion and inclusivity at Palayamkottai's Deaf and Dumb School – an institution dedicated to empowering those with hearing impairments through education. Return to The Oottacamund Club - not only renowned for snooker but also for fostering camaraderie among friends amidst picturesque surroundings. Discover Shiva Nataraja once more; this time casted in bronze during the 12th century – a true masterpiece that symbolizes divinity transcending time itself. Pass through Doorway #2 into Gingee or Senji’s Hill Fort - an architectural marvel standing strong against all odds since ancient times.