The features of Chola sculptures will remind one of the Dravidian art and sculpture. In fact it was the Chola rulers who properly developed this style. One of the main features of Chola architectures are the hugeness of the structures, especially the temples. Granite was widely used for the construction. Important features of the Chola temples are the lofty shikharas, square bases, ornamented gopurams, sculpted walls outer and inner walls and others.

Carved miniature images of gods and goddesses are found in the recesses of the temple walls. This is a common feature of Chola sculptures. Carving out various images of deities, floral sculptures, etc were widely used to adorn the colossal Chola temples. An instance of the finest Chola architecture is the Brihadeswara or Rajarajeswara Temple in Tanjore. The principal deity in this temple is Lord Shiva. Besides the temple walls the gopurams are also decorated with exquisite sculptures.

Religion was a key influence as far as the Chola art and architectures were concerned. It was during their reign that the construction of the gopuram or gateway came into vogue. The gopurams were often quite high but these were vividly sculpted with different god and goddesses. These sculptures are vivid and intricate. The images of Lord Shiva are frequently found in the temples built by the Chola rulers. In fact the Brihadeswara Temple in Tanjore displays hundred and eight dance poses of the Lord carved on its inner walls.

The plastic art of Chola bronze is another distinguished feature of their architecture. Exquisite idols of Hindu gods and goddesses have been made out of bronze. Magnificent structures and minute sculptures perfectly define Chola art and sculpture.