When Was Thanjavur Big Temple Built?
Brihadishvara Temple Locally Known as Thanjai Periya Kovil, and Also Called As, Rajarajeswaram, Is a Hindu Temple Dedicated to Shiva Located in South Bank of...
Brihadishvara Temple locally known as Thanjai Periya Kovil, and also called as, Rajarajeswaram, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in South bank of Cauvery river in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the largest South Indian temples and an exemplary example of a fully realized Tamil architecture.
How long did it take to build Thanjavur temple?
The Big Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was constructed by Chola King Rajaraja Chola 1 during his reign from 985-1012 A.D. The temple took about 15 years to complete and is an example of unique Chola architecture. UNESCO has declared it as a World Heritage Monument.
How old is Tanjore?
The Tanjore Big Temple is a stunning monument built by Raja Raja Cholan, greatest king of Chola Dynasty. It was constructed between the year AD 985 and 1014, completed around 1010 AD. The temple is popularly known as the Big Temple, Rajarajesvaram Temple or Peruvudaiyār Kōvil temple.
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