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Shore Temple (built 7th century)

The Shore Temple on the Bay of Bengal was constructed in the 7th century during the rule of King Narsimha-Varman II Rajasimha (c. 690-728). It consists of two sanctuaries dedicated to Shiva. The site was slightly damaged by the 2006 Asian tsunami.

Bibliography:

All images copyright 2001 Robert D. Fiala, Professor at Concordia University, Nebraska; John Merrill; April Clark

Michell, George. The Hindu Temple: An Introduction to Meaning and Forms
  Harper & Row, Publishers, 1977. New York

Tadgell, Christopher The History of Architecture in India
  Phaidon Press, Limited, 1990. Singapore

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