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The strict dress code for men and rigid timings at the Nallur Kandaswamy temple came in the way of a plan of Indian diplomats in Sri Lanka to take Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the largest place of worship on the Jaffna peninsula during his visit in March 2015.
Nallur Kandaswamy temple
Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, also known as Nallur Murugan Temple.
Its a Hindu temple located in Nallur, Sri Lanka.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war and victory.
It is one of the most important Hindu temples in Sri Lanka
Its a popular pilgrimage destination for Hindus from all over the world.
The temple was built in the 16th century by the Nayak kings of Madurai, India.
The temple complex is spread over a large area and includes a number of shrines, halls, and courtyards. The main shrine is dedicated to Lord Murugan and houses a 30-foot-tall statue of the god.
The temple is especially crowded during the annual Skanda Shasti festival, which is held in November.
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