Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple in Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Ariyalur. File
| Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam
Ariyalur has a rich historical legacy, primarily associated with the Chola dynasty. The Sri Brihadeeswara Temple at Gangaikonda Chozhapuram, a UNESCO world heritage site constructed about 1,000 years ago, still stands majestically as a testimony to the legacy.
Known for its vast limestone deposits, it has been a cement hub of the State for about 50 years, thanks to eight cement factories. It also has two sugar mills.
Published – March 25, 2026 09:17 pm IST
