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A Shiva temple of Pallava and Chola periods.
Pataleeswarar Temple is a Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva in the town of Thirupathiripuliyur, Cuddalore. It was constructed during the Pallava and Medieval Chola periods.
The collection represents the history, culture, flora and fauna of the district. Natural History specimens include South Indian timbers, fibres, swans, bears, lizards and snakes. Wood fossils and ammonite fossils are also on display. A sculpture garden in the museum welcomes visitors. In this sculpture garden Sivalinga, Nandhi, Vishnu, monkey sculptures, Narashima, Surya and Chandikeswara are displayed. The development of Tamil script, a dinosaur model and a model of Kali sculpture made of Fibreglass are kept at the entrance of the building.
A ruined British fort.