Brihadisvara Temple
Thanjavur, India
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- Temple in Thanjavur, India
Visitor information
- Address: Balaganapathy Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India
- Phone: +91 4362 274 476
- Official website: https://asi.nic.in/pages/WorldHeritageCholaTemples
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What is the Speciality of Brihadeeswarar Temple?
It is revered as one of the three 'Great Living Chola Temples,' alongside the Gangaikondacholeeswaram Temple and Airavatesvara Temple, and is a proud UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the temple's most captivating features is the grand statue of Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva.
What is the mystery behind Brihadeshwara Temple?
As per one theory, some people believe that the shadow of the Tanjore temple does not fall on ground in noon because of the way its basement has been constructed. It is said that the basement itself absorbs the shadow of the Big Thanjavur mandir because of its mammoth size.
How much time is required for brihadeshwara temple?
The Brihadeeswarar Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of Chola architecture. To fully appreciate it, allocate: 30-45 minutes for the world's largest Shiva Lingam and Nandi statue. 45-60 minutes to admire the intricate stone carvings and frescoes.
Is there a two Brihadeshwara temples?
All three temples, the Brihadisvara at Thanjavur, the Brihadisvara at Gangaikondacholapuram and Airavatesvara at Darasuram, are living temples.
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