Explore the Chola-era Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple visited by PM Modi—history, architecture, travel info, and nearby sites.

What is the history of the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple built by Rajendra Chola? What is the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival?

PM Modi’s visit to Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple shines a spotlight on this stunning Chola-era marvel, a must-visit for history and culture lovers.

Follow the The Hindu for latest updates on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Gangaikonda Cholapuram on July 27, 2025.

The Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple was built by the Chola emperor Rajendra I and completed in 1035 CE to commemorate his ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday offered prayers at the ancient Shiva temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil Nadu, participating in the Aadi ...

Highlighting that Rajendra Chola established the Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, which continues to be recognized globally as ...

At the grand threefold celebration held at Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Ilaiyaraaja’s spiritual music concert took place, which ...

The police made security arrangements and other preparations ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Gangaikonda ...

Gangaikonda Cholapuram prepares for PM Modi's visit with festive decorations, cultural events, and tight security measures.

Amid chants of Vedic and Saivite Thirumurai, PM Modi prayed at the temple and brought a kalasam (metal pot) with traditional ...