23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Main Gopuram of Gangaikonda Cholapuram

The image shows the main gopuram of gangaikonda cholapuram temple blocking the sun. This photo was shot from the ground. A bird is seen flying around the top of the gopuram.

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Date Taken: 02.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Ariyalur, India
Copyright: © Arun Chockalingam