Noun
gopuram (plural gopurams)
A monumental tower, usually ornate, at the entrance of a temple, especially in Southern India.
Srivilliputhur Andal Temple Gopuram has been adopted as the official Seal of Tamil Nadu During British rule (1801–1947) main At the beginning of the 19th century, the British firmly established governance over the entire Tamil Nadu. Source: Internet
The massive Gopuram (ornate, upper section of shrine) is believed to have a mass of around 81 tonnes. Source: Internet