Temple facts 2

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The Brihadishwara Temple, located in Thanjavur, India, was built in the 11th century. It is The world’s first complete granite temple,  The temple tower is 66 meters (216 feet) high making it one of the tallest temples in the world.

The temple of Khajuraho  famous for their erotic sculpture were built over a span of 200 years, from 950 to 1150. They are dedicated either to the Jain pantheon and the rest to Hindu deities, to Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, and various Devi forms.

The foundation of the Golden Temple was laid down by a Muslim saint Mian Mir.
The stairs entering the Golden temple go down, rather than up like traditional holy places. They are designed bring humbleness and  in the visitors.