The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, Tanjore

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About The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, Tanjore

The Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as the Big Temple, is a majestic UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Thanjavur (Tanjore), Tamil Nadu. Built in the 11th century by the Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I, this architectural marvel is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple showcases stunning Dravidian architecture, featuring a 66-meter-tall vimana (tower) that stands as one of the tallest in the world. Remarkably, the massive granite structure was constructed without modern technology, and the main sanctum houses a gigantic Shiva lingam. The temple's intricate carvings, frescoes, and bronze sculptures highlight the artistic brilliance of the Chola dynasty. A 25-ton monolithic Nandi (bull) statue sits proudly at the entrance. The Brihadeeswarar Temple remains a vibrant center of spirituality, culture, and historical pride in South India.

The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, Tanjore

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Jeetu Jha

Reviewed: Aug 07, 2025

4/5

Booked: Temples of Tamil Nadu | From Meenakshi to Brihadeeswara

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

Booked: Sacred Temples of Rameshwaram & Kanyakumari

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...