Yahoo India Web Search

Search results

1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gangaikonda_CholapuramGangaikonda Cholapuram - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gangaikonda_Cholapuram

   • Cached

   Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Coordinates: 11°12′23.2″N 79°26′54″E. Gaṅgaikoṇḍa Chōḻapuram is a village located near to Jayankondam, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India. It became the capital of the Chola dynasty in c. 1025 by Chola emperor Rajendra I, and served as the capital for around 250 years.

2. www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in › destinationsGangaikonda Cholapuram - Tamilnadu Tourism

   www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in › destinations

   • Cached

   Learn about the history and architecture of the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, a Shiva shrine built by the Chola emperor Rajendra I. The temple is one of the largest and tallest in India and a part of the Great Living Chola Temples.

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Brihadisvara_TempleBrihadisvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Brihadisvara_Temple

   • Cached

   The Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple is smaller yet more refined than the Thanjavur Temple. Both are among the largest Shiva temples in South India and examples of Dravidian style temples. The temple is also referred to in texts as Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple or Gangaikondacholeeswaram Temple.

4. People also ask

   What is Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple?

   • A temple that is much more than a place of worship; a living tribute to the rich history of India and the legacy of the marvellous Dravidian architectural genre. The Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple is a repository of the ageless sculptures of the Chola period in South India.

   Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Tamilnadu Tourism

   www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in/destinations/gangaikonda-cholapuram

   See all results for this question

   Where is Gangaikonda Cholapuram?

   • Gangaikonda Cholapuram or Gangaikondacholeeswaram Temple is located in the Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu. The temple derives its name from the ancient town it was a part of called Gangaikonda Cholapuram, which was the capital of the Chola dynasty for over 250 years.

   Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Tamilnadu Tourism

   www.tamilnadutourism.tn.gov.in/destinations/gangaikonda-cholapuram

   See all results for this question

   What happened to Gangaikonda Cholapuram?

   • Except for this temple, the old city of Gangaikonda Cholapuram – the capital of a powerful Asian empire from around AD 900 to AD 1215 or over three centuries along with its other major Chola-era Hindu temples have been completely destroyed, leaving a desolate place. The Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple remains an active temple.

   Brihadisvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brihadisvara_Temple,_Gangaikonda_Cholapuram

   See all results for this question

   What is the difference between Thanjavur temple and Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple?

   • The Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple is smaller yet more refined than the Thanjavur Temple. Both are among the largest Shiva temples in South India and examples of Dravidian style temples. The temple is also referred to in texts as Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple or Gangaikondacholeeswaram Temple

   Brihadisvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brihadisvara_Temple,_Gangaikonda_Cholapuram

   See all results for this question

5. www.holidify.com › places › thanjevurGangaikonda Cholapuram | Temple, Timings, How To Reach & Photos

   www.holidify.com › places › thanjevur

   • Cached

   Gangaikonda Cholapuram was the capital of the Chola Empire and a symbol of its glory. Explore the temple, the history and the engineering marvels of this place with photos, timings and tips.

   • 4/5 (40)

6. ariyalur.nic.in › tourist-place › gangaikonda-cholapuramGANGAIKONDA CHOLAPURAM | Ariyalur District, Government of ...

   ariyalur.nic.in › tourist-place › gangaikonda-cholapuram

   • Cached

   Apr 17, 2024 · Learn about the history and architecture of the Gangaikondacholisvarar temple, the biggest temple built by Rajendra-I in Ariyalur region. See photos, directions and UNESCO recognition of this world heritage monument.

7. www.tnarch.gov.in › gangaikondaGANGAIKONDA CHOLEESWARAR TEMPLE - KOOZAMPANDAL | Department ...

   www.tnarch.gov.in › gangaikonda

   • Cached

   Learn about the history and architecture of this temple built by Isana Siva Pandita, the guru of Rajendra Chola I. See the sculptures and get directions to the site.

8. www.tripadvisor.in › Attraction_Review-g424926-dGangaikonda Cholapuram, Thanjavur - Tripadvisor

   www.tripadvisor.in › Attraction_Review-g424926-d

   • Cached

   Mar 1, 2024 · Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Thanjavur - Tripadvisor. Asia. India. Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur District. Places to visit in Thanjavur. Gangaikonda Cholapuram. 360 reviews. #2 of 53 things to do in Thanjavur. Architectural BuildingsReligious SitesMonuments & Statues. Write a review. What people are saying. By Shankar Chandran.