Brahadeeswarar Temple

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:temple
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_XLV
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LXIX
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LXXXIII
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gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LXXVIII
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_XXXIII
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_XLII
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_X
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_IX
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LVII
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LIX
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_LXXXII
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_XLVI
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_XLI
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Kunjara_Mallan_Raja_Raja_Perunthachan
gptkbp:architectural_style Dravidian architecture
gptkbp:art_style Nayak architecture
gptkbp:artist sculptures and carvings
gptkbp:artistic_influence inspired many artists
gptkbp:community_role central to local community life
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_I
11th century
gptkbp:construction_material gptkb:item
gptkbp:cultural_events hosts various cultural events
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of Tamil Nadu's heritage
gptkbp:cultural_significance important pilgrimage site
gptkbp:dedicated_to gptkb:Shiva
gptkbp:environment surrounded by gardens and water bodies
gptkbp:exhibition hosts art exhibitions related to Hinduism
gptkbp:features a massive granite statue of Nandi
gptkbp:has_lore gptkb:Brahadeeswarar
gptkbp:height 66 meters
13 stories
gptkbp:historical_event documented in ancient texts
gptkbp:historical_period gptkb:historical_figure
gptkbp:historical_significance symbol of Chola power
gptkbp:historical_site important for Shaivism
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Brahadeeswarar Temple
gptkbp:influence influenced South Indian temple architecture
gptkbp:inscription Tamil inscriptions
gptkbp:landmark prominent landmark in Thanjavur
gptkbp:location gptkb:Thanjavur
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:Mahashivaratri
gptkbp:renovated multiple renovations over centuries
gptkbp:role site for learning about Hindu culture
gptkbp:significance one of the largest temples in India
gptkbp:student_enrollment East entrance
gptkbp:surrounding_area Thanjavur district
gptkbp:temple popular spot for photography
available for guided tours
open to visitors daily
includes several smaller shrines
accessible to all visitors
associated with various legends and myths
rich history spanning over a millennium
sells religious artifacts and souvenirs
serves the local Hindu community
efforts made for preservation and restoration
exemplifies Chola architecture
features a large vimana
has security measures for visitors
symbol of devotion and artistry
managed by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular tourist destination
gptkbp:tradition daily rituals and festivals
gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site gptkb:Great_Living_Chola_Temples
gptkbp:visitors thousands annually