Brihadeshwar Temple: Beautiful Architecture

   The Brihadeshwar temple is said to be the best religious masterpiece of architecture, perhaps there will be no obscurity. 

   Yes, the Brihadevar Temple in Tanjore, Tamilnadu is especially famous for architectural art, architectural, magnificence-divinity and central dome. 

   Experts believe that this Shiva temple of Tanjore was built in the 11th century. In the Tamil language this Shiva temple is called Brihadeesvar. The Brihadevar Temple is fully structured with granite stones. So, its grandeur-divineness is created only after seeing it.

   This is the only temple of its kind in the world. Its beautifully unesco also remains unexpected. Therefore UNESCO has declared the Brihadheshwar temple as World Heritage. 

   Experts believe that the Brihadevar temple was built by Chola ruler Rajaraj Chola. It was named after the Raj Rajeshwar Temple during construction. Particularly, the Brihadevar Temple was counted among the world's largest structures. 

   The height of this 13-storey religious site is about 66 meters. The temple is mainly dedicated to Lord Shiva. In fact, the Brihadevar temple is a classic example of architecture, stone and copper art, image science, painting, song and dance, jewelery and engraving. Especially in the temple, the articles in Sanskrit and Tamil are also engraved. 

  The specialty of construction art is also seen here. The shadow of the dome does not look anywhere on earth. The size of the dome is octagon. Golden Umbrella is established on the summit. Gold kalash also has its own distinctive feature. 

   If the experts believe that the urn is about 80 tons. As well as name and status are also seen. Seeing the splendor and magnificence of Shivling in the temple, it appears that the name of the Buddha is absolutely appropriate.  

   Built in the sanctum sanctorum, the shivalinga of Shivalinga is seen only. The height of Shivling is about 8.7 meters high. Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Bhikshatan, Virbhadra Kalalant, Natesh, Ardhanarishwar and Uglana are shown in Shiva form. Nandi is sitting on a huge platform. Nandi's largest statue is also the center of attraction. Nandi's statue is 6 meters long, 2.6 meters wide and 3.7 meters high.

  As soon as entering the temple, there is a huge gopuram. Its interior has a square tower. There are innumerable murals from the sanctum to the complex of the temple. This murals are extremely visible. 

   In these mural paintings, Lord Shiva's ornament is seen. In murals, Lord Shiva looks diverse. The Brihadevar Temple is a magnificent example of Chola Art. Particularly that the construction was also done in a period of five years. 

  Particularly here is the construction of Buddhist statues. Believers believe that the Brihadevar temple is the best religious offering of the Chola dynasty's architecture. For the specific architecture, the Brihadevar Temple keeps a special reputation in the world. 

   In its construction, 130000 tons of granite was used. Significantly, there is no availability of granite anywhere in this area. Now it is surprising that from where the granite came in such a large number was from. Explains that this fort is the highest in the world. 

  After the availability of granite, the work of carving is extremely difficult. In spite of these conditions, carving of the temple is also very visible. Brihadeshwar temple's Kristika festival is especially famous. During this time drama based on Raja Rajeshwar's life is staged.

  All necessary resources are available for the journey of Brihadheshwar temple. The nearest airport is Tanjore. The railway station is also in Tanjore. Tourists or pilgrims can visit the Brihadhevar temple of Tanjore by road too.
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