Yahoo India Web Search

Sign In

Search results

    • Chola emperor Rajaraja I

      • Built by Chola emperor Rajaraja I between 1003 and 1010 CE, the temple is a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the " Great Living Chola Temples ", along with the Chola-era Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple and Airavatesvara temple, which are about 70 kilometres (43 mi) and 40 kilometres (25 mi) to its northeast respectively.
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brihadisvara_Temple

      Brihadisvara Temple - Wikipedia

  2. People also ask

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Brihadisvara_TempleBrihadisvara Temple - Wikipedia

    Built in the year 1010 CE by Chola emperor Rajaraja I in Thanjavur, the temple is popularly known as the Big Temple. It turned 1,000 years old in September 2010. To celebrate the 1000th year of the grand structure, the state government and the town held many cultural events.

  4. www.britannica.com › place › Brihadishvara-templeBrihadishvara Temple | History, Description, & Facts | Britannica

    Aug 21, 2024 · Brihadishvara temple, temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India, that was constructed under the ruler Rajaraja I and completed in 1010. The Brihadishvara temple is just as much a symbol of power and wealth as it is a shrine to the Hindu god Shiva.

    • Alex Brew

  5. www.historyhit.com › locations › brihadisvara-templeBrihadisvara Temple - History and Facts | History Hit

    Nov 24, 2020 · Built from 1003 to 1010 during the reign of Rajaraja I, the Brihadisvara Temple was constructed in honour of the Hindu deity Shiva (Siva), who had a vision of the temple in a dream. The original temple would have been built around a moat, and was ornately decorated.

    • Sarah Roller

  6. timesofindia.indiatimes.com › life-style › soul7 fascinating facts about Thanjavur's Brihadeeswara Temple

    • 8​7 fascinating facts about Thanjavur's Brihadeeswara Temple​ Nestled in the heart of Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, stands the magnificent Brihadeeswara Temple.
    • 8​The temple doesn't cast a shadow​ One of the most intriguing mysteries surrounding the Brihadeeswara Temple is its apparent lack of shadow. Despite its towering height, the temple doesn't cast a shadow on the ground, leaving visitors astounded.
    • 8​The Nandi statue​ Within the temple complex, visitors will encounter two awe-inspiring monoliths. The colossal lingam, weighing an astounding 20 tons, stands as one of India's largest.
    • 8​The 20-ton Lingam!​ The lingam in the Brihadishwara Temple is a huge stone symbol of Lord Shiva's divine power. It's made from a single piece of stone and weighs a massive 20 tons.

  7. Videos

    View all

  8. www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in › destinationsBrihadeeswara Temple | Thanjavur | UNESCO World Heritage ...

    Brihadeeswara Temple also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil is located in Thanjavur. Dedicated to Lord Shiva represented as a huge ‘Lingam’, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was built around 1010 AD by the Chola king Rajaraja Chola I.

  9. www.peepultree.world › brihadisvara-templeBrihadisvara Temple: A King’s Glory in Stone - PeepulTree

    May 2, 2020 · Marking the skyline of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu with its lofty tower, the Brihadisvara Temple represents the prime of the Chola Empire and its temple-building tradition. Legend has it that the city of Thanjavur is named after a demon called ‘Thanjan’, who was killed by Vishnu here.

  10. artsandculture.google.com › story › brihadeesvaraBrihadeesvara Temple, Thanjavur — Google Arts & Culture

    This temple was built between 1003 and 1010 CE. The plundered wealth collected from wars with Pandyas, Gangas, Chalukyas, Cheras and Sri Lanka were lavishly spent on this gigantic masterpiece...