Properties (60)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
temple
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| gptkbp:architect |
Narasimhavarman II
|
| gptkbp:architecturalStyle |
gptkb:Dravidian_architecture
|
| gptkbp:artwork |
intricate carvings
|
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
ancient trade routes.
Hindu_mythology legend_of_the_Mahabharata |
| gptkbp:conservationEfforts |
protected monument
supported by government and NGOs |
| gptkbp:constructedIn |
7th century
|
| gptkbp:culturalEvents |
celebrated nearby
|
| gptkbp:culturalHeritage |
site for cultural exchange events
part_of_India's_cultural_heritage symbol_of_Tamil_culture |
| gptkbp:culturalInfluence |
influenced later temple architecture
|
| gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
important pilgrimage site
|
| gptkbp:dedicatedTo |
Shiva
Vishnu |
| gptkbp:depictedIn |
various artworks
|
| gptkbp:designedBy |
gptkb:Pallava_kings
|
| gptkbp:education |
important for students of architecture
|
| gptkbp:environment |
coastal environment
|
| gptkbp:faced |
east
|
| gptkbp:featuredIn |
documentaries
travel guides |
| gptkbp:features |
three shrines
|
| gptkbp:height |
approximately 60 feet
|
| gptkbp:historicalContext |
reflects the socio-political context of its time
|
| gptkbp:historicalPeriod |
gptkb:Pallava_dynasty
|
| gptkbp:historicalResearch |
subject of archaeological studies
|
| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
important_for_understanding_ancient_Indian_architecture
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Shore Temple
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
modern temple designs
|
| gptkbp:influencedBy |
local traditions
|
| gptkbp:inscription |
Tamil_inscriptions
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
artists and writers
|
| gptkbp:landmark |
prominent coastal landmark
|
| gptkbp:localLegends |
associated with local folklore
|
| gptkbp:location |
Mahabalipuram
|
| gptkbp:maintainedBy |
Archaeological Survey of India
|
| gptkbp:material |
granite
|
| gptkbp:nearbyAttractions |
gptkb:Pancha_Rathas
gptkb:Arjuna's_Penance |
| gptkbp:notableEvent |
combination of temple and fort architecture
|
| gptkbp:notableFeature |
tourists from around the world
two large sculptures of Nandi |
| gptkbp:partOf |
gptkb:Group_of_Monuments_at_Mahabalipuram
|
| gptkbp:photography |
popular photography site
|
| gptkbp:recognizedBy |
Indian_government_as_a_heritage_site
|
| gptkbp:renovated |
ongoing
|
| gptkbp:significance |
one of the oldest stone temples in South India
|
| gptkbp:significantEvent |
visited by many historical figures
|
| gptkbp:style |
iconic_representation_of_Dravidian_style
|
| gptkbp:surroundingArea |
historical ruins
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
represents the transition from rock-cut architecture to structural temples
|
| gptkbp:touristAttraction |
yes
|
| gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site |
yes
|
| gptkbp:viewpoint |
Bay of Bengal
|
| gptkbp:visitedBy |
pilgrims
|
| gptkbp:visitorsPerYear |
thousands
|