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	Airavateswarar Temple, Darasuram - தாராசுரம்
		Darasuram is described as a sculptor's dream re-lived in stone.
		Darasuram is a railway station on Madras-Tanjore line, in the District of Tanjore.
		Darasuram temple gets world heritage status, July 2004 - "The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has declared the Brihadisvara temple of Gangaikondacholapuram in Perambalur district and the Airavatesvara temple of Darasuram in Thanjavur district "world heritage monuments," two examples of grandeur and excellence of Chola architecture and sculpture.
	www.tamilnation.org /culture/architecture/darusuram.htm (1006 words)

	Indian States - Tamilnadu - near Kumbakonam - Tribhuvanam (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		The shrine resembles the Iravateswara temple at Darasuram, especially the wheeled porch and is known for the rich beauty of its sculptures.
		There are rows of musicians and dancing figures all around the base of the shrine as well as at the base of the surrounding colonnades.
		It is only in the temples at Thanjavur, Tribuvanam, Darasuram and Gangaikondacholapuram in Tamilnadu, that the Vimanam towers over the entrance Gopurams.
	www.saigan.com /heritage/states/tn/kumbak/tribvnam.html (249 words)

	India Explorer Tour
		Kumbhkonam, 36 km short of Tanjore, is a sacred spot known for its four large temples dedicated to Sarangapani, Kumbeswarar, Brahma, and Nageswarar.
		The very important Mahamakham festival takes place at the tank once in 12 years when it is believed that the waters of 9 sacred rivers flow into the tank.
		Darasuram Temple built by Raja Raja Chola II is an excellent example of the 13th century Chola architecture and is well preserved to this day.
	photoexplorertours.com /india.htm (1963 words)

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		One of the most famous silk-weaving centres in the country, Darasuram is also famous for the temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
	www.toursforindia.com /destinations/tamilnadu/darasuramthanjavur-tours.html (104 words)

	indenomade, Tamil Nadu, Tanjore
		The walls external of the temple are decorated, as in Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram, of niches containing fort beautiful statues of gods: Ganesh, Vishnu and its parèdres (Shakti), Shiva Bhikshâtâna-Mûrti, Virabhadra, Shiva Dakshinâmûrti, Harihara, Ardhanarishvara, Gangadhara, Durgâ on the buffalo (Mahishasuramardini), etc.
		Darasuram is only a few kilometres from Kumbakonam.
		A temple of Murugan is built in height on a small hillock, of which the lower part is devoted to Shiva.
	www.indenomade.com /english/dettanjoreE.htm (1586 words)

	Thanjavur – An Aesthetic Obeisance to Shiva
		The Temple of Nageswaraswami at Kumbakonam and the temple of Airavateswara at Darasuram are notable for their fascinating sculptures.
		Indeed the aesthetic impact is derived from the splendour of a mass of carvings of the highest complexity.
		Four kilometres west of Kumbakonam is the smalltown of Darasuram whichhas the famous Airavateswara Temple.
	www.indiaprofile.com /destinations/thanjavur.htm (2796 words)

	India Image : A Gateway for Government of India Info over the web (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		The three Chola temples represent an outstanding creative achievement in the architectural conception of the pure form of the dravida type of temple.
		The Airavatesvara temple complex, built by Rajaraja II, at Darasuram features a 24-m vimana and a stone image of Shiva.
		The temples testify to the Cholas brilliant achievements in architecture, sculpture, painting, and bronze casting.
	indiaimage.nic.in /chola.htm (277 words)

	Veerabhathirar Temple & Ottakkoothat Jeeva Samithi - Darasuram.
		Veerabhathirar Temple and Ottakkoothat Jeeva Samithi - Darasuram.
		This temple was believed to exist even before the Darasuram Airavatesvara temple i.e., before 12th Century A.D.
		The Vimana is almost ruined even the Kalasam is missing and the small plants are found on the terrace and the part of the Vimana.
	www.kumbakonam.info /kumbakonam/darsuam/info/oktemp.htm (136 words)

	Great Living Chola Temples - World Heritage Site - Pictures, info and travel reports
		The Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur is testimony to the Chola culture, and was built in the 11th century.
		Two other Chola Temples were added to this WHS in 2004: the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.
		Darasuram temple and Brahadeeswarar tempe reveal the greatness of the Indian scuptures.
	www.worldheritagesite.org /sites/brihadisvaratemple.html (344 words)

	Hindu temples: daily life...halls and prakara
		Priest explaing the "elephant/buffalo" relief, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram, TN.
		Priest in front of the Nandi shrine, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram, TN.
		Porch of the main shrine, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram, TN.
	www.cbmphoto.co.uk /Tatmosphere.html (392 words)

	South India Heritage and Cultural Tour,Heritage and Cultural Tour of South India,Cultural and Heritage Tour of South ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		Archaeology, geology, sculpture, weapons, handicrafts and art are some of the other sections.
		It is regarded the holy town of great importance, as it is believed to be the sacred sight with center or navel of the universe, connecting the heaven, the earth and the subterranean world of Patala is the place where lord Shiva is believed to have performance of joy.
		The name Darasuram is said to be a corruption of the original name Rajarajapuram, and this temple - smaller than the Periya Kovil and Gangai Konda Choleeswaram dates back to Raja Raja II's period (12th century AD).
	visitsouthindia.com /southindiaheritageculturaltour.html (1333 words)

	The Hindu : Karnataka News : World heritage status for Darasuram Temple
		The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has declared the Brihadisvara Temple of Gangaikondacholapuram in Perambalur district and the Airavatesvara Temple of Darasuram in Thanjavur district "world heritage monuments," two examples of grandeur and excellence of Chola architecture and sculpture.
		While Rajendra I (1012-44) constructed the Gangaikondacholapuram temple after scoring victories in the north, Rajaraja II (1146-73) built the Darasuram temple.
		Superintending Archaeologist (Chennai Circle) of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which is looking after maintenance of the Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram temples.
	www.hinduonnet.com /2004/07/07/stories/2004070704810500.htm (493 words)

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		CHENNAI: At least three deaths due to diarrhoea had been reported in the past one week in Kumbakonam and Tiruvannamalai areas of Tamil Nadu, though over 65 persons have been affected by this ailment, official sources said.
		Nearly 18 cases were reported in Darasuram village near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district, of which two children had died a couple of days ago.
		Nearly 18 cases were reported in Darasuram village near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur district, of which two children had died a couple of days ago.
	timesofindia.indiatimes.com /cms.dll/xml/uncomp/articleshow?artid=29579418 (512 words)

	The Hindu : Gangaikondacholapuram, Darasuram to be heritage sites
		The UNESCO has accorded approval for declaring Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram `heritage sites' under the extension of monument programme, for conservation, preservation and protection of their heritage character, the Special Commissioner of the Town and Country Planning, S. Gurumurthy, has said.
		Speaking at the World Tourism Day Celebrations organised by the State Tourism Department here last night, Dr. Gurumurthy said, the UNESCO as exemption has approved both the centres even though only one centre in a country in a year is given approval.
		The Brahadeeswara Temple at Gangaikondacholapuram was built by Rajendra Chola in the 11th century AD and the Darasuram Iravatheshwara temple by Raja Raja II in the 12th century AD.
	www.hindu.com /2002/09/29/stories/2002092902070600.htm (412 words)

	Great Living Chola Temples - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
		The Great Living Chola Temples were built by kings of the Chola Empire, which stretched over all of South India and the neighbouring islands.
		Criterion (iv): The Great Chola temples at Thanjavur, at Gangaikondacholapuram and Darasuram are outstanding examples of the architecture and the representation of the Chola ideology.
		The "Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjavur", which was previously inscribed on the World Heritage List, is part of the "Great Living Chola Temples".
	whc.unesco.org /pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=250 (356 words)

	HINDU TEMPLES: The Chola Nadu, Cauvery delta, and the South of Tamil Nadu
		Nandi and bali pitha in front of the main shrine, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram.
		Porch of the main shrine, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram.
		Priest explaing the "elephant/buffalo" relief, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram.
	www.cbmphoto.co.uk /States/TNChola.html (333 words)

	The Hindu : Rare Siva sculpture found at Darasuram
		A rare sculpture of Lord Siva with a flute in his hands has been found at the Irawadeeswara temple at Darasuram, near Kumbakonam, by Kudavayil Balasubramnian, researcher of the Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur.
		The tradition is to sculpt Vishnu as Krishna with a flute in his hands.
		But the image at the Darasuram temple bears a deer and an axe in the hands above (symblos of Siva) and a flute in the two hands below, similar to that of Venugopalan.
	www.hinduonnet.com /thehindu/2003/03/03/stories/2003030302400500.htm (218 words)

	in Camera: May 2005
		A view of the main entrance to the Airavateswara temple at Darasuram near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu.
		Weavers outside the Airawateswara Temple at Darasuram near Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu.
		Concentrate on either the left or right half of the image and you will see why it is interesting.
	aarbalaji.blogspot.com /2005_05_01_aarbalaji_archive.html (504 words)

	Prajapati Vishva Ashram
		A rare sculpture of Lord Siva with a flute in his hands has been found at the Irawadeeswara temple at Darasuram, near Kumbakonam, by Kudavayil Balasubramaniyan, researcher of the Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur.
		But the image at the Darasuram temple bears a deer and an ax in the hands above and a flute in the two hands below.
		The temple, under the control of the Archaeological Survey of India, is an architectural marvel and mini-form of the Thanjavur Big Temple.
	www.prajapati-samaj.ca /mainnews.asp?NewsID=508 (403 words)

	Worldisround - Darasuram Tamil Nadu - Churches, Temples & Mosques in Tamil Nadu pictures
		Worldisround - Darasuram Tamil Nadu - Churches, Temples & Mosques in Tamil Nadu pictures
		Churches, Temples & Mosques in Tamil Nadu - travel photos - Airavateswarar Temple at Darasuram near Kumbhakonam : The name Darasuram is said to be a...
		Airavateswarar Temple at Darasuram near Kumbhakonam : The name Darasuram is said to be a corruption of the original name Rajarajapuram, and this temple - smaller than the Periya Kovil and Gangai Konda Choleeswaram dates back to Raja Raja II's period (12th century AD).
	www.worldisround.com /articles/9000/text.html (341 words)

	MusicalNirvana - Kunnakudi Vaidyanathan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		Darasuram M Ganapathy, Mridangam; T Dakshinamurthy, Ganjira; Trichy Kumar, Ghatam; M Raja Raman, Morsing
		Darasuram M Ganapathi, Mridangam; T K Dakshina Murthy, Ganjira; Madras Kalyanaraman, Ghatam; Pudokottai Mahadevan, Morsing
		Mridangam Darasuram M Ganapathi / Kanjira T V Dakshinamurhty / Ghatam K Nagaraja Rao / Morsing T S Rajaraman
	www.musicalnirvana.com /carnatic/kunnakudi_vaidyanathan.html (537 words)

	Excelsior... Nation
		The ASI also planned to stage a sound and light show (Sun et Lumie’re), projecting the glorious past of the Cholas at the Lord Airavatesvarar Temple at Darasuram.
		Babaji Rajah Bhonsle, senior Prince of Thanjavur and the heriditory trustee of Lord Airavatesvarar Temple, who was also present in the Temple, told reporters that the Kumbabishekam of the Temple would be performed at a cost of Rs four lakh.
		He said the Department of Tourism, Union Government and the Tamil Nadu Government had sanctioned Rs 24 lakh and Rs 14 lakh respectively for the Thanjavur big Temple and the Darasuram Temple for general illumination in and around the Temple complexes.
	www.dailyexcelsior.com /web1/04june09/national.htm (4718 words)

	I4
		At the banks of the Cauvery River, the Ganges of the South, he told me his sad lament about the "untrustworthiness" of Indian girls and, upon parting, gave me his "card." I was left with the impression that he may be the one who is unchaste.
		All along the roads in the South women had piles of rice grass laying in the path of the cars.
		To me, Darasuram is the most beautiful temple of all.
	unblinkingeye.com /Travel/India/I4/i4.html (1144 words)

	Comments
		Ramani advised us not to miss the temple at Darasuram a nearby town which he stated was an architectural splendour.
		VVGR said that there would be a flag hoisting function in the next morning.
		The name Darasuram is said to be a corruption of the original name Rajarajapuram, and this
	vadugam.blogdrive.com /comments?id=1 (4852 words)

	Essential South India Tour, South India Tour, India Tour, Kerala Backwaters - Royal Mt. Trekking Nepal
		Day 4: Today’s first stop is Gangaikonda Cholapuram (a famous Shiva temple) with beautiful high towers adorned with many small sculptures depicting the stories of old epics.
		It is then on to Darasuram temple, built in memory of the white elephant - Airavath.
		Tangore was the ancient capital of the Chola Kings between the 10th and 14th centuries and became a center of learning and culture.
	www.royal-mt-trek.com /india/essential_south_india.php (1029 words)

	Thanjavur
		he Brahadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur and the Siva temples at Darasuram and Thirubuvanam are typical landmarks of Chola architecture.
		Sri Ayaravatheeswarar temple known for architectural skill is located in Darasuram near Kumbakonam and was built by Rajendra Chola I. Famous icons have been discovered during recent renovations and this temple is a protected monument under the control of Archeological Survey of India.
		MANORA Fort is a Famous picnic spot, located in the village Sarabondrarajanpattinam, is an example of Architecture of Marattas.
	www.thanjavur.tn.nic.in /tour.htm (3062 words)

	HINDU TEMPLES: "vahana" Nandi, Lion, tiger, peacock, Garuda, etc. of the Gods
		Nandi and bali pitha in front of the main shrine, Airavateshvara temple, Darasuram, TN.
		Courtyard of the Airvateshvara temple, with shrine to Nandi and bali pitha, Kanchipuram, TN.
		Shrine of the Nandi temple, Basavangudi, Bangalore, KA.
	www.cbmphoto.co.uk /Tvehicle.html (276 words)

	post.harvard: HAA Travel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		Time permitting, stop in Darasuram, about a half-hour drive from Thanjavur.
		Built in the Chola tradition, this 12th century temple has some superb sculptures of Shiva.
		Leave Darasuram for the half-hour drive to Thanjavur.
	www.haa.harvard.edu /alumni/html/ts_southern_india_itinerary_jan_2005.html (2020 words)

	Amazon.fr : Livres: Darasuram: Epigraphical study : étude architecturale : étude iconographique (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		Amazon.fr : Livres: Darasuram: Epigraphical study : étude architecturale : étude iconographique
		Darasuram: Epigraphical study : étude architecturale : étude iconographique
		Haut de la page : Darasuram: Epigraphical study : étude architecturale : étude iconographique
	www.amazon.fr /exec/obidos/ASIN/2855394163 (283 words)

	TourVision
		The temple's gopurams carved with 108 classical postures of Lord Nataraja and the 1000 Pillared Hall is worth seeing.
		Darasuram The temple of Lord Siva in Darasuram was built by Rajendra Chola and is one the classical examples of temple architecture and takes you back by centuries.
		Tanjore is famous for the classic Dravidian style Temple of Brihadishwara with Lord Shiva in his fearsome aspect.
	tourvision.ch /classic.htm (797 words)

	TrekEarth \| Darasuram Photo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
		During that period they built numerous temples that represented the epitomy of dravidian architecture.
		Airavateshwarar temple in darasuram is one of the finest examples of chola architecture.
		This temple was built by Raja Raja II in 12th century CE.
	www.trekearth.com /gallery/North_America/photo242512.htm (156 words)

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