Who built Thanjavur Periya Kovil write any special features of the temple?

Raja Raja Cholan
A study in Oriental architecture or history is certainly incomplete without a mention of the Tanjore Brihadeeshwara Temple or the Tanjore Periya Kovil (Big Temple). This imposing structure was built by Raja Raja Cholan and his sister Kundavai, both ardent devotees of Lord Shiva.

What is the style of Meenakshi Temple?

The Meenakshi Temple is a prime example of Dravidian architecture—a style of Hindu architecture common in the southern states of India.

How the Thanjavur temple was built?

The Big Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was constructed by Chola King Rajaraja Chola 1 during his reign from 985-1012 A.D. The temple took about 15 years to complete and is an example of unique Chola architecture. The fresco technique has been used to make paintings on the inside walls of the Big temple.

How was Tanjore Big Temple built?

The Tanjore Big Temple is a stunning monument built by Raja Raja Cholan, greatest king of Chola Dynasty. It was constructed between the year AD 985 and 1014, completed around 1010 AD. The great temple was built to signify the Chola’s brilliant achievements in architecture, painting, bronze casting and sculpture.

Which is the largest Mandapam in the Tirupati temple complex?

The largest mandapam in the holy temple complex, this mandapam is situated near Veeravasantharayar Mandapam to the north. This was built by Ariyanatha Mudaliyar, minister and commander of Viswanatha Naicker in the year 1569. This Mandapam has a total of 985pillars.

How many pillars are there in Ayiramkal Mandapam?

The hall of thousand pillars (Ayiramkal Mandapam): The largest mandapam in the holy temple complex, this mandapam is situated near Veeravasantharayar Mandapam to the north. This was built by Ariyanatha Mudaliyar, minister and commander of Viswanatha Naicker in the year 1569. This Mandapam has a total of 985pillars.

What are the idols of Thirumal and Arjuna at Tirupati?

In the area next to the entrance, there are idols of Thirumal, Arjuna in the form of a eunuch, and Draupadhi. There is also a statue of a man carrying a woman.

What are the famous statues in Thirupati temple?

Carved on eight pillars next to the entrance are statues of Thiripurandhakar, Nirutha Ganapathy with an urn containing ambrosia, Lord Muruga on peacock, Nagaraja, Saraswathy, Hunter, as well as that of two Dwarapalakars. In the area next to the entrance, there are idols of Thirumal, Arjuna in the form of a eunuch, and Draupadhi.