8 Places To Explore In Karur, Tamil Nadu

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1. Pasupatheswarar Temple

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2. Karur Govt. Museum

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3. Nerur

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4. Vennamalai

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5. Thirumukkoodalur

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6. Venkataramana Swamy Temple

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7. Mariamman Temple

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8. Ponnaniar Dam

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