Properties (59)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:Hindu_temple
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gptkbp:accessibility |
easily accessible by road
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gptkbp:admissionFee |
grand gopuram
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gptkbp:architect |
gptkb:Kunjara_Mallan_Raja_Raja_Perunthachan
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gptkbp:architecturalStyle |
gptkb:Dravidian_architecture
intricate carvings |
gptkbp:artwork |
sculptures of deities
influenced later temple architecture showcases artistic expression of the era |
gptkbp:communityInvolvement |
engages with local communities
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gptkbp:communityRole |
center of local community activities
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gptkbp:conservationEfforts |
ongoing preservation initiatives
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gptkbp:constructedIn |
11th century
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gptkbp:culturalEvents |
conducts various religious ceremonies
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gptkbp:culturalHeritage |
hosts cultural programs
part_of_Tamil_Nadu's_heritage |
gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
important pilgrimage site
important for spiritual seekers daily rituals performed efforts to preserve cultural heritage. symbol_of_Tamil_identity |
gptkbp:dedicatedTo |
Shiva
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gptkbp:designedBy |
gptkb:Rajaraja_Chola_I
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gptkbp:dimensions |
100 feet tall
120 feet wide 240 feet long |
gptkbp:educationalPrograms |
conducts workshops on temple architecture
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gptkbp:environment |
located in a serene environment
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gptkbp:features |
a large Nandi statue
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gptkbp:festivals |
Mahashivaratri
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gptkbp:hasArtStyle |
includes several smaller shrines
includes elaborate rituals |
gptkbp:height |
66 meters
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gptkbp:historicalPeriod |
Chola dynasty
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gptkbp:historicalRecords |
documented in ancient texts
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gptkbp:historicalResearch |
subject of various research studies
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gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
a_symbol_of_Tamil_culture
a_testament_to_Chola_engineering |
gptkbp:historicalTours |
guided tours available
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Brahadishwara Temple
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gptkbp:inscription |
Tamil_inscriptions
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gptkbp:landmark |
gptkb:Thanjavur
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gptkbp:lighting |
illuminated at night
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gptkbp:localArt |
supports local artisans and craftspeople
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gptkbp:localCuisine |
nearby restaurants serve traditional food
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gptkbp:localLegends |
associated with various myths
associated with various local legends |
gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Thanjavur
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gptkbp:majorIndustry |
Brahadeeswarar
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gptkbp:material |
granite
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gptkbp:nearbyAttractions |
nearby historical sites
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gptkbp:renovated |
multiple restorations over centuries
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gptkbp:significance |
one of the largest temples in India
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gptkbp:surroundingArea |
beautifully landscaped gardens
Thanjavur_district |
gptkbp:symbolism |
represents_Chola_architecture
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gptkbp:tourism |
popular tourist destination
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gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site |
Great Living Chola Temples
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gptkbp:visitors |
attracts thousands of pilgrims annually
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