Question

Give a brief account of the Dharasuram temple.

Answer 1

1. Dharasuram, near Kumbakonam, is a Later Chola period temple, rich in architectural
   splendour, dedicated to Iravatheswara (Siva as god of lord Indiras elephant).
2. The Mahamandapam is an elaborate structure. The entire structure looks like a ratha because it has four wheels at the Mahamandapam. The sanctum and pillars have many sculptures, of various mythological figures.
3. A compound wall runs round the temple with a gopuram.