gangaikonda cholapuram temple
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| Chola rulers were patrons of the arts and architecture. They built the temple of Gangaikondacholisvara. The temple has sculptures of exceptional quality. The bronzes of Bhogasakti and Subrahmanya are masterpieces of Chola metal icons. The Saurapitha (Solar altar)the lotus altar with eight deities, is considered auspicious The shiva lingam is made from single rock. |
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