Travel to Great Living Chola Temples

About Cholas, it is said that they were the second greatest historic dynasty of the Tamil Nadu. It is from this country that the ancient Dravidian culture rose to affect the whole of East Asia. To boost the great Dravidian culture, the true founder of the Chola Empire, King Raja Raja (985 to 1014) built the Temple of Tanjore from 1003 to 1010. One among the brilliance of Indian architectures, the gopurams present in the Brihadeeswarar shrine is embellished with sculptural carvings of several gods and goddesses. Built with enormous proportions together with simple design, this temple is known to provide inspiration for further constructions in the future even at south-east Asia together with South India. The Gangaikondacholisvaram Temple was built by Rajendra I, whose construction completed in 1035. The temple includes a 53-m vimana (sanctum tower) that has recessed corners and an elegant upward curving movement, which contrasts with the straight and severe tower at Thanjavur. Another iconic beauty is Airavatesvara temple complex, built by Rajaraja II. There is a 24-m vimana at Darasuram and a stone image of Shiva which is worth visiting once in life. The carvings and sculpture of the temples give evidence of the accomplishments of the Chola in the field of painting, sculpture, architecture and bronze casting. Patrons of Lord Shiva dedicated grand architectural splendors to their beloved God. Chola style had involved the use of granite to create design consisting of deities, warriors, kings, and dancers. The Dravidian structures also reflect the property of the Chola Empire. The glories of ancient lifestyle still live in the wonderful temples. After Varanasi, it is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites in India. Book our Chola kingdom temples tour packages now and channel the inner history buff in you.