Abathsahayeswarar Temple

About Abathsahayeswarar Temple:

• Location: It is located in Thukkatchi in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu.
• It was constructed during the reigns of Kings Vikrama Chola and Kulothunga Chola.
• This temple stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance and spiritual dedication of the Chola dynasty.
• Historically, the village surrounding the temple was known as Vikrama Chozheeswaram and Kulothunga Chola Nallur, named after these illustrious rulers.
• Kulothunga Chola also installed the idol of Aadhi Sarabeshwarar in the temple.
• The temple is home to numerous deities, including Soundaryanayaki Ambal and Ashtabhuja Durga Parameshwari and also consists five prakarams, or enclosures,

Key facts about UNESCO Asia – Pacific Awards for cultural heritage conservation

• This award recognises the efforts of individuals and organizations in Asia and the Pacific in restoring, conserving, and otherwise transforming structures and buildings of heritage value since its establishment in 2000.
• In acknowledging private efforts to restore, adapt and breathe new life into historic properties, the Awards encourage other independent efforts, as well as public-private partnerships to undertake conservation projects in their communities.

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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was born on 16 November 1945. UNESCO has 195 Members and 8 Associate Members and is governed by the General Conference and the Executive Board. The Secretariat, headed by the Director-General, implements the decisions of these two bodies. Its headquarters are located in Paris.

News: Abathsahayeswarar temple chosen for UNESCO award for conservation

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