Uncover 7 mind-blowing facts about the mysterious Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu—where shadows vanish, stones ...

View of one of the 46 outer columns of the Parthenon ... stones from its original position on the Parthenon's upper structure so it can undergo further repairs. Evan Hadingham Another view ...

The main structure lies atop an elevated platform, with the main deity placed on the outer part of the temple instead of inside. The temple has striking decorative lacework and designs of peacocks ...