Question

I am a temple located far away from Chennai. I am also known as Rajarajeshwaram or Periya Kovil. I was built by King Rajaraja I of the Chola dynasty between 1003 AD and 1010 AD. Who am I?

• A. Trimurti Temple
• B. Kailasa Temple
• C. Bruhdeshwar Temple
• D. Konark Temple

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Tanjavur, a place far away from Chennai is home to the Bruhdeshwar temple, also known as Rajarajeshwaram or Periya Kovil. It is called Bruhdeshwar temple because it is dedicated to Lord Shiva! It was built by King Rajaraja- I of the Chola Dynasty. This dynasty ruled in many parts of South India and reached its peak in the 11th century. The temple was built between 1003 AD and 1010 AD. It followed a style known as the Dravidian style of architecture. It places itself among top temples in South India.