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Gangaikonda Cholapuram

Front view of the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple’s vimana with intricate carvings and a lush green landscape.
The towering vimana of Gangaikonda Cholapuram, a stunning example of Chola temple architecture. Attribution: Image sourced from Tamil Nadu Tourism.

Rajendra Chola I built Gangaikonda Cholapuram to rival Thanjavur. Though the city faded, its temple remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a reminder of Chola power.