Padmanabh Temple- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Padmnabh Temple |
On 2 July 2011, approximately Indian Rupee symbol.svg 500 billion (US$11.15 billion) worth of gold, jewels, and other treasures were unearthed in the vaults of the temple. Several 18th century Napoleonic era coins were found, as well as a gold idol of Mahavishnu and ceremonial attire for adorning the deity in the form of 16-part gold anki weighing almost 30 k.g. (66 lb) together with gold coconut shells, one studded with rubies and emeralds. The Kerala High Court recently ordered the temple be managed by the State to ensure the security of the temple and its treasures. This ruling was set aside by the Supreme Court. The Temple remains under the control of a private trust run by the Royal family. On 3 July, the total stands at 1Lakh crore (US $22 billion).
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