Ariyalur has a rich historical legacy, primarily associated with the Chola dynasty. 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 Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Misinformation wave deepens anxiety in Hyderabad, triggers panic buying and citywide disruption Bus-truck collision in Markapuram LIVE: 13 killed, 25 injured; Chandrababu Naidu expresses shock