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Bragadeeshwara Temple (Big Temple)

Trichy High road, Thanjavur, India
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Ranked #1 of 44 attractions in Thanjavur
Type: Architectural Buildings
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

One of the best temples in Tamil Nadu. We went there twice (late one afternoon and then again early the next morning. Totally different atmosphere on both visits and both were excellent. Managed to see the Aati ceremony in the main temple (9:00 am) - didn't want to impose but the temple people were really pleased to let us stand... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

No words to explain the cholas architecture, great building without much of joineries (full stone built), no cement mortar maximum they have used lime stone etc to complete the building, should have been more information regarding the tower, sorrowly missing especially the funnel structure to withstand the wind and natural calamities etc., exhibition hall dont have much attraction except the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

A wonderful fort-like temple very different to other temples in this part of India. Everything to like and nothing to dislike about this sight in Tamil Nadu.

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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Incredible architecture, Magnificent temple. Temple is massive, Lord shiva idol is glorious. Fell in love with this beautiful temple

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

A breath taking architectural gem main Vimana 1003 to 1006 AD built by Raja Raja Chola Later additions by Nayakas and Marathas the sheer majesty of the monument seen up close and from a distance is unimaginable . Unable to see the original paintings in the chambers but representations in the museum within the monument tell us the history of... More

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Hyderabad, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

visit to tanjavur is incomplete without spending atleast two hours in the big temple. No wonder it is a world heritage centre.the guide made sure that we knew the intricacies,archtecture, timpe periods and other details. vistiors planning a trip in April/May are advised to wear cotton socks as the floor will be very hot during these months

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

The antique basis was there, impressive, elaborate and beautiful; and a little help by UNESCO did the rest

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

City area is noisy and crowded but the visit to the Big Temple is what matters the most when we visit Thanjavur.

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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

The temple was extremely huge and quiet a sight. It was worth going to Tanjore just to have a look at this temple. A must see for anyone visiting Tanjore.

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Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

I visited Tanjavur in the first week of March and wondered to observe the beauty of the temple. I believe God is everywhere and we all believe God irrespective of religion. As Hindu we believe in Shiva, Balaji, Mata but God is one. However, I was astonished to observe the architect of the temple which was scientifically constructed thousand thousand... More

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