entrance in hindu temple dedicated to shiva, ancient gangaikonda cholapuram temple, india, tamil nadu, thanjavur (trichy)

ancient architecture asian background bas brihadishwara building carving chola cholapuram cow decoration entrance exterior facade faith famous gangaikonda gate god heritage hindu hinduism holy landmark monument nadu nobody ornament outdoor pilgrim relief religion sacred sculpture shiva shrine sky statue tamil tanjore temple thanjavur tourism traditional travel trichy unity view vitality worship