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Chola Stone Window at Tiruvalanchuzhi
July 11 , 2026
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- The stone lattice window (palakani) at the Nurai Pillaiyar shrine in Tiruvalanchuzhi, Tamil Nadu highlights the exceptional craftsmanship of the later Chola period.
- The window is located within the Sadaimudinathar Temple complex near Kumbakonam, Thanjavur district.
- The palakani features four stone pillars, intricate lattice work, floral designs, and sculptures of yazhis (mythical lion-like creatures).
- The two central pillars are carved from single blocks of stone, showcasing advanced stone-carving techniques of Chola artisans.
- The shrine contains around 50 inscriptions, with the earliest dating to the reign of Kulothunga III.
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