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The finest example of a Dravidian Architecture

| Brahadeswara Temple | Thanjavur | 2014

Brahadeswara Temple or the Big temple was built by Raja Raja Chola I and completed in 1010 AD.It is one of the great living temple of Cholas.This temple turned 1000 Years in 2010.It is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites.The temple tower is about 216ft high and is among the tallest of its kind.The temple is built of Sandstone and granite.An axial and symmentrical geometry rules the temple layout.This temple is also called Rajarajeeswaram.

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