Kailasanathar Temple

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:temples
gptkbp:architectural_style Dravidian architecture
gptkbp:artifacts ancient inscriptions
gptkbp:artistic_influence later temple architecture
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Saivism
local legends
local traditions
various festivals
ancient Tamil literature
gptkbp:celebrates gptkb:Shivaratri_festival
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Narasimhavarman_II
8th century
granite stones
gptkbp:contains gptkb:tank
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of Tamil Nadu's heritage
gptkbp:cultural_significance important pilgrimage site
gptkbp:dedicated_to gptkb:Kailasanathar
gptkb:Shiva
gptkbp:famous_for its large Nandi statue
gptkbp:features carved pillars
a large courtyard
pillared halls
multiple shrines
sacred sculptures
gptkbp:historical_role center of worship
gptkbp:historical_significance important pilgrimage destination
important in Tamil history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kailasanathar Temple
gptkbp:influenced local art and culture
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Pallava_dynasty
Indian mythology
gptkbp:is_essential_for gptkb:cultural_identity
gptkb:place_of_worship
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kanchipuram
gptkbp:managed_by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department
gptkbp:notable_aspect its historical inscriptions
gptkbp:notable_features sculptures of deities
gptkbp:notable_for its intricate carvings
its serene environment
its ancient rituals
its architectural precision
gptkbp:part_of Kanchipuram temples
Kanchipuram heritage sites
Tamil Nadu temple architecture
gptkbp:renovation various over centuries
gptkbp:renowned_for its historical architecture
gptkbp:significance one of the oldest temples in South India
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:temples
gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:visitors gptkb:pilgrims
gptkbp:visitors_per_year thousands
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kanchipuram
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5