Match the following.

Group-I (Temples)		Group-II (Builders)
a.	Raja Rajeshwara Temple-Tanjore	i.	Nandivarman
b.	Sun Temple-Konark	ii.	Arumolivarman
c.	Vijayanarayana Temple- Belur	iii.	Narsihmadeva I
d.	Vaikuntha Perumal Temple- Kanchi	iv.	Bittideva and Vishnuvardhana

Key Points

• Raja Rajeshwara Temple, also known as Brihadeeswara Temple in Tanjore, was built by Arumolivarman (Raja Raja Chola I).
• Sun Temple at Konark was constructed by Narsimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
• Vijayanarayana Temple in Belur, also known as Chennakeshava Temple, was built by Bittideva and Vishnuvardhana of the Hoysala dynasty.
• Vaikuntha Perumal Temple in Kanchi was constructed by Nandivarman II of the Pallava dynasty.

Additional Information

• Brihadeeswara Temple (Raja Rajeshwara Temple - Tanjore):
  • This magnificent temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Great Living Chola Temples."
  • It was built during the reign of Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century.
  • The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its massive vimana (tower) and intricate sculptures.
• Sun Temple (Konark):
  • The Sun Temple is a 13th-century temple dedicated to the Sun God and is located in Odisha.
  • It is famously known as the "Black Pagoda" due to its dark color and was constructed by King Narsimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
  • The temple is designed in the shape of a massive chariot with intricately carved wheels and horses, symbolizing the Sun God’s chariot.
• Vijayanarayana Temple (Belur):
  • This temple is a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture, built during the reign of King Vishnuvardhana in the 12th century.
  • It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is also known as the Chennakeshava Temple.
  • The temple is renowned for its intricate carvings, sculptures, and detailed pillars.
• Vaikuntha Perumal Temple (Kanchi):
  • The Vaikuntha Perumal Temple is an 8th-century temple built by Nandivarman II Pallavamalla of the Pallava dynasty.
  • It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu.
  • The temple is known for its unique architecture and historical inscriptions, which provide insights into Pallava history.