English: The Vijayalaya Choleeshwarar temple occupies a high position in the architectural history of Tamil Nadu. This temple was built following the Vesara architecture. The temple situated facing towards the West is a perfect example for the Cholas’ contribution to art and architecture. The round shaped Garbagraha of the temple is yet another thing of marvel. There is a big Shiva lingam in the Garbagraha. In the Artha Mandapam, colourful paintings have been painted with ‘Saandhu’. In the walls of the inner Prakaram, the old paintings are in a damaged state.