Gangaikonda Cholapuran Temple

Dedicated to Lord Shiva and located in the ancient town of Gangai Konda Cholapuram, the Gangai Konda Cholapuram temple was built by the Chola King Rajendra Cholan to celebrate his victory over the Gangetic Plain in the 11th century. Earlier he had built the Brahedeeswarar temple in Thanjavour and the Gangai Konda Cholapuram Temple of Kanchipuram is a replica of that temple. The Chola style of architecture of the temple gives a glimpse of the rich history of the Cholas. This ancient temple flaunts impressive stone sculptures. One of the best sculptures is of Lord Ganesha dancing away to glory.