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As
we stand agape at its stupendous size and ethereal splendor, the
sublime figure of Rajaraja Chola I, flashes across our mind and
beckons us to offer our soulful prayers for universal progress and
perpetual bliss. Instantly we close our eyes and pay obeisance to
Lord Siva - the All-merciful. Sure our homage goes to both the
builder and the built; for, Rajaraja I equally deserves our
respectable gratitude for having created and bequeathed this
monumental monument; and Lord Siva for creating such a priceless gem
as ruler, who strove for the liberation of mankind by creating an
exceptionally enormous outstandingly dignified and structurally
perfect sacred Sivalinga that instills pure devotion and commands
whole hearted dedication at its mere sight. Before we step out, our
lips are tempted to let out involuntarily, HARAHARA MAHADEV
testifying to the miraculous change brought out by that living
Sivalinga, the sacred manifestation of Sadasiva - the All-merciful.
Staunch Saivates feel that they are lifted to Kailas with their
mortal frames; for, there is nothing left for their further
ambition.
It
lies in the heart of Tanjore, the district head quarters town of the
same name commanding rail, road facilities round the clock.
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