The outer prakaram houses the temple kulam (tank), and several mandapas. It also offers imposing views of the golden vimanam, pierced with four entrances on all four sides. There is a gold-plated ...

The complex has 14 gopurams (gateway towers), two golden sculptured vimanas and 33,000 sculptures, Porthamarai Kulam, the sacred temple tank and several halls. The Ayiram Kal Mandapam is a must see.