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| Tamil Nadu | |
| Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. It is home to the Tamil people, who speak Tamil – the state's official language and the first language to be recognized as a classical language in India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. The state's population was 72,147,030 in 2011. | |
| Brihadeeswara Temple | |
| Built by Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century and standing majestically in the heart of Thanjavur, the magnificent Brihadeeswara Temple represents the pinnacle of Chola dynasty architectural artistry. The temple's spire reaches a height of 216 feet (approximately 99 meters), making it one of the tallest spires in the world. | |
