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Where are Bronze Idols of Hindu Gods Made in India? – Place Where Bronze Murtis are made in India

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Bronze Hindu God Idols are mainly made in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur District in Tamil Nadu in India is famous for making Bronze murtis of Hindu Gods. The chief centers that make the idols in bronze are Kumbakonam, Natchiarkoil and Swami Malai. All these places are located in Thanjavur District in Tamil Nadu.

The people who make the murtis are known as Satapathi’s. Around 45-50 families of stapathis, living in Swamimalai village, have been practicing metal casting since many generations. Currently the 37 generation of the Satapathi’s are pursuing the career.