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I) Depictions of nartakis or dancers showing eighty one of hundred and eight karanas (synchronised movements of hands and feet) in Bharata Natyam are carved here.

His successors survive to this day and practice the art of Vastu or Vastu Shastra. H) Inscriptions in the temple point towards Kunjara Mallan Raja Raja Perunthachan as the chief architect of the temple. This is undoubtedly, the first ever instance of a royal portrait. G) The temple has a portrait of Raja Raja Cholan paying obeisance to Lord Natarajar. However, this has been proven wrong by scientists.ĭ) The statue of Nandi at the entrance of the temple is carved out of a single stone.Į) The main Vimanam, which is at about 200 feet is often called Dakshin Meru or Southern Meru.į) The inspiration to build the temple came to Raja Raja Cholan during his visit to Sri Lanka and is a result of a dream he had. More than 130,000 tons of granite is said to have been used to build it.Ĭ) A long associated myth with this temple temple is that the shadow of the main structure does not fall on the ground.

It was the Marathas who gave it the name Brihadeeshwara or the Great Ishwara.ī) The main temple is entirely built of granite. Here are a few facts not known about this Chola temple of Thanjavur:Ī) The original name of the deity was Rajarajeshwar. It was constructed by the King at the height of the Chola reign to signify his power and strength. This imposing structure was built by Raja Raja Cholan and his sister Kundavai, both ardent devotees of Lord Shiva. The walls of the complex are adorned by beautiful paintings belonging to the Chola and Nayak period.A study in Oriental architecture or history is certainly incomplete without a mention of the Tanjore Brihadeeshwara Temple or the Tanjore Periya Kovil (Big Temple). The temple is built over 29 square base and is surrounded by moat on two sides and Grand Anaicut river on the other side. This architectural masterpiece has been designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located amidst the fortified walls that were added to the building in the 16th century.

The complex that houses the main sanctum is known as the ‘Periya Kovil’. The temple is most famous due to its uniqueness as among the greatest glories of the Indian architecture. The temple is a tribute as well as a reflection of the power of RajaRaja Chola I. The Brihadeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, was built by King Rajaraja I in the 11th century to celebrate a military victory. Brihadeeshwara temple or the Big temple in Tanjore is the best example of excellent workmanship, grandeur and it has stood the testimony of time with its magnificent central dome which is a great attraction for one and all.

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