Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjore

Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjore

Tamil nadu

Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjore

Religious

Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjore

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About Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjore

Brihadisvara Temple, located in Thanjavur (Tanjore), Tamil Nadu, is a majestic example of Dravidian architecture and one of India’s most treasured heritage sites. Built by the great Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is also known as the "Big Temple." The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and features a towering vimana (temple tower) that rises over 66 meters, making it one of the tallest of its kind in the world. The entire structure is made of granite, showcasing intricate carvings and exceptional craftsmanship. The temple complex includes beautiful murals, a massive Nandi (bull), and richly decorated sanctums. It stands not just as a place of worship, but as a testimony to the architectural brilliance and spiritual devotion of the Chola dynasty.  

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Jeetu Jha

Reviewed: Aug 07, 2025
4/5
Tamil Nadu ke temples aur heritage trip mein agent Roopa Chalapathi ne pura help kiya. Comfortable travel aur local food try karwaya. Family ko trip bahut pasand aaya. Viacation ko dil se recommend ka...  

Rukhsar Mistry

Reviewed: Aug 07, 2025
5/5
Viacation helped us uncover the magic of Tamil Nadu majestic temples in Madurai, serene beaches in Rameswaram, and peaceful hill stations like Kodaikanal. The itinerary was smooth, hotels were clean a...  

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