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Download Solution PDFWhich God is the Brihadisvara temple of Thanjavur dedicated to?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Shiva
Key Points Raja Raja I
- Historically, Brihadishvara Temple is also known as Rajarajeswaram and Thanjai Periya Kovil.
- Raja Raja Cholan, built the Tanjore Brihadeeshwara Temple, which Kunjara Mallan Raja Rama Perunthachan designed.
- The Brihadeeswarar Temple was constructed by powerful ruler Raja Raja Cholan as a tribute to Lord Shiva.
- Wall murals from the Chola and Nayak eras adorn the walls of the shrine.
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