art_culture medium MCQ

Which temple in Tamil Nadu, built by Raja Raja Chola I, features the world's first granite vimana over 200 feet tall?

  1. Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur
  2. Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
  3. Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam
  4. Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram

Answer: Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur

Brihadeeswarar Temple (Thanjavur, 1010 CE) was built by Raja Raja Chola I. Its 216-foot granite vimana (tower) is the world's tallest for its time. A UNESCO World Heritage Site exemplifying Chola architecture.

Topic Architecture - Temple Architecture
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway