Also known as Tanjore or the City of Temples, Thanjavur has a great cultural value and is of course known for its famous Tanjore paintings, antiques and crafts, textiles and saris, Carnatic music and musical instruments and temples.
Thanjavur enjoys a rich historical heritage and has a very important role to play in molding South India 's ancient as well as contemporary cultures. For all visitors this place is a must, since it is religiously significant. Within and around the town there are several places of worship. Main tourist attractions include Siva Ganga Park, Art Gallery, Sangeetha Mahal Library, Palace & Saraswathi Mahal Library. This is a place where you can encounter past and present stunning, vibrant cultures that inspire and thrive constantly in daily life , giving the city a rare and glorious identity.
By Road
A convoy of state and private buses every day enter Thanjavur from Pattukkottai, Kumbakonam, Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Tiruchirappalli (Trichy). The best ride is made from Bangalore and Chennai in an overnight bus that takes up to nine hours. One can also force into the city or hire a private taxi.
By Rail
Since Thanjavur Junction, there are normal trains to and from Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and the entire key cities.
By Air
The adjoining airport is in Tiruchirappalli on 56 kilometer (35 miles) away on the NH 210 Tiruchirappalli - Rameshwaram highway. It is serviced by domestic flights to and from Tamil Nadu's state capital, Chennai. It moreover has flights to Colombo, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Sharjah and Kuwait.
A convoy of state and private buses every day enter Thanjavur from Pattukkottai, Kumbakonam, Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai and Tiruchirappalli (Trichy). The best ride is made from Bangalore and Chennai in an overnight bus that takes up to nine hours. One can also force into the city or hire a private taxi.
By Rail
Since Thanjavur Junction, there are normal trains to and from Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and the entire key cities.
By Air
The adjoining airport is in Tiruchirappalli on 56 kilometer (35 miles) away on the NH 210 Tiruchirappalli - Rameshwaram highway. It is serviced by domestic flights to and from Tamil Nadu's state capital, Chennai. It moreover has flights to Colombo, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Sharjah and Kuwait.
Great Living Chola Temples
The Great Living Chola Temples are one of the famous temples in the south of India and neighouring islands. These temples are built during the 11th and 12th century by the Chola Dynasty - one of the longest ruling dynasties in south India. Brihadisvara Temple, Temple of Gangaikonda and Airavatesvara Temple are the most popular temples in Great Living Chola temple which are located respectively at Thanjavur, Cholapuram and Darasuram.
The Brihadis...Vijayanagara Fort
The Vijayanagara Fort is a historic and perhaps one of the most popular monuments in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. This 16th century fort, at a distance of two-km from the renowned North East of Brihadeshwarar Temple by constructed in part by the Nayak King Vijay Raghava and then the Maratha rulers. The fort is imposing and magnificent at the same time and houses a lot of popular attractions including Thanjavur Palace, Art Gallery, Siva Ganga Garden and...Brihadeshwara Temple
The Brihadeshwara Temple located in Thanjavur or Tanjore, in the state of Tamil Nadu in India, is worldwide famous for its artistically rich and grand architecture. It is one of the largest temples in India and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is a major attraction for both devotees and tourists from all around the world.
The temple is devoted to Lord Shiva and was built by Rajraja Chola during 10th century and truly reflects the pr...
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