One of the largest temples in India is the Bharatvara temple in Tamilnadu. This ancient temple built in the example of Dravidian architecture is very traditional.The temple of Brihadevar is also known as 'Rajarajeshwar Mandir' and 'Rajarajeshwaram'. This temple is believed to be the holiest temple of Hindus.This Shaivite temple is mentioned as 'Heritage' in Thanjavur in Tamilnadu by UNESCO.It is known from history that this temple was established in 1010 by Maharaja Raja Raja Chola, the first Maharaja of Tamil. Initially, this temple was named Peruvudiyaya Temple.Local people are known to vow to this great temple with great devotion. In 2010, this temple has crossed thousands of years.
The head of the temple remembers the southern architecture. The entire temple was made by cutting huge huge granite stones. The head of the main temple is 2116 feet Which is the highest peak in the world.
Besides, there is an empty stone on the top of the temple, weighing 80 tons. At the main gate of the temple there are three large stones made of 16 feet tall and 13 feet height Nandi, which means bulls.
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There was a five-meter long dancing statue of Lord Shiva in the interior of the temple. Besides, various images of Bharatanatyam, the traditional dance of Tamilnadu, are seen in the temple.The artists who made all in perfect hands. Shiva, along with the main goddess of the Bharadvasar temple, is also depicted in different colors of Chandra, Sun, and South idols throughout the temple wall.There is an impression of Indian culture, architecture and sculpture throughout 1000 years old temple. A total of 81 dance stances were made by the spectators. Besides, colorful oil paintings on the roof of the temple have attracted tourists.