A unique example of Dravidian style of architecture this temple is constructed mostly by sandstone . Fragments of 8 th century's mural art are still visible reminder of temple's architecture. The walls and the vimaanam of this temple are filled with great art works in form of paintings and sculptures.
Perhaps the most beautiful temple in Kanchipuram, this temple is regarded more as an architectural wonder rather than as a holy place. The temple is thronged by the mass only during the festival of Maha Shivaratri . At that time there are long queues waiting for just get a glimpse of the deity.
The temple has retained the Pallava architecture in its original stylized form with influence of the later styles developed by the Chola Dynasty and Vijayanagara Emperors.[3] It is of stone built architecture unlike the rock cut architecture built into hallowed caves or carved into rock outcrops as in Mahabalipuram. The tall gopuram (tower) is to the left and the temple complex is to the right.[12] The temple's foundations are made of granite, which could withstand the weight of the temple, while the superstructure, including the carvings, are all made of sandstone. Initially, only the main sanctuary existed with pyramidal vimana and a detached mandap
As a follower of @followforupvotes this post has been randomly selected and upvoted! Enjoy your upvote and have a great day!