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Choleeswaram temple

, Est. 10th century

About Choleeswaram temple

Built during the reign of the Chola Dynasty in the 10th century, Choleeswaram temple stands as a historical monument in Peraru, located within Kantalai in Sri Lanka's Trincomalee District. The temple was erected as a tribute to the illustrious Emperor Raja Raja Chola I, one of the most significant rulers of the Chola period. The shrine is dedicated to Solesvara, reflecting the religious and architectural traditions of the Chola era.

Chola Dynasty10th centurySolesvaraRaja Raja Chola ITrincomalee

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Address
Peraru, Kantalai, Trincomalee District
Directions
Choleeswaram temple is located in at 8.4167°N, 81.0667°E. Open in Google Maps

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Festivals celebrated here

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28Aug
Raksha Bandhanरक्षाबंधन

Bond of siblings

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29Oct
Karwa Chauthकरवा चौथ

Fast for spouse's wellbeing

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19Mar
Ugadi / Gudi Padwaउगादी

Hindu New Year (Deccan/Maharashtra)

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