Books Authored

Books By Sivasankar Babu 

He forayed into Book publishing in 2025 contributing chapters to Books in varied subjects.   In 2026 his book marks his next leap—from passionate documentation to authorship—offering a practical, engaging guide to Tamil Nadu’s temple architecture.  He is currently working on the contents for expanding the series to cover Mallai, Iconography and Hoysala Architecture . 

Tamilnadu Temple Architecture 

Publishers : Notion Press First Edition : Jan 2026  ISBN: 979-89-023172-7-2 Pages: 204

First book in the series of "Architectural Intelligence (ai)"

Architectural Intelligence is about understanding concepts and needs instead of just memorizing terms and timelines. In this series, you will discover how Architectural Intelligence helps unravel mysteries such as:

Why do Tamil Nadu’s temples look consistently similar, yet possess unique variations?
What stories do their Vimanas, Mandapas, and Gopurams tell about history, kings, artisans, innovations, and local customs?
How is it more a feat of artistic engineering than pure art?

This book is the first in the “Architectural Intelligence” series—your gateway to understanding the architectural soul of South India’s sacred spaces. Designed for pilgrims, tourists, students, and guides, it demystifies the complex world of Dravidian temple architecture in Tamil Nadu through clear explanations, visual aids, and practical lists. Whether you're standing before a towering Gopuram or preparing for a heritage walk, this companion guide helps you see temples not just as monuments, but as living, layered narratives. It is designed as a companion to be referred to frequently, enhancing your understanding through a layered approach.

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Indian Wedding Odyssey 

- A Journey through Marriage Customs - Vol II

Publishers : Ravan Publishers  First Edition : Dec 2025  ISBN: 978-81-990450-6-4 Pages: 16-40

Role of Family and Community in Indian Weddings: A Sociological Perspective 
24 Manai Telugu Community in Tamilnadu - Match Making and Marriage rituals 

This chapter talks about the puranic and historical origin of 24 Manai Telugu Chettiar (24MTC) Community, and explores how this influenced their clan relationship, match making, marriage customs and following rituals. 

From Check-In to Check-Out: The Journey of Modern Hospitality - Vol I

Publishers : Ravan Publishers  First Edition : July 2025  ISBN: 978-81-990450-6-4 Pages: 

LKAART - An avenue for sustainable Heritage Tourism  ( Lesser Known Art & Architecturally Rich Temples) 

The chapter grouped under Part -3 Destination Management – No. 10 Destination Development – ( Planning , Marketing and Management) , talks about the “Approach for extending the religious footfalls into famous temples to LKAART (lesser-known temples with excellent art and architecture)“ and the benefit it accrues to the various stake holders - The Tourists, Guides , DMC, and the Local community