Tanjore - 'the rice bowl of Tamil Nadu' welcomes you with arms wide open. Serene paddy fields, temples and monuments offer you a unique experience. The seat of Nadi astrology, Tanjore or Thanjavur lies at a distance of 55 kilometers from Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India.
Tanjore was an important seat of learning and held center stage during the ancient ages as it was the political capital of the great Chola Empire.
The Bhonsle dynasty, Nayaks and Mahrattas had their power stint with Tanjore at different times.
Famous for the Tanjore School of Painting, ancient arts, crafts and cultural splendor, Tanjore is a delightful holiday destination in South India.
Tanjore paintings have enchanted art lovers and historians for centuries. In olden days these paintings were decorated with diamonds and real gemstones apart from lavishly adorned with gold and silver. Today these paintings are etched in vibrant colors and are decorated with gold and semi-precious stones.
Tourist Attractions in Tanjore
Tour the Brihadeeswarar temple that was constructed by the Chola king Raja Chola. The huge Shiva lingam and a stone sculpture of the Nandi bull within this ancient temple are simply spectacular. There is a shrine dedicated to the Lord Subramanya within the temple compound.
A unique feature of this temple is that the 'Vimana' does not cast its shadow in any direction at noon or any other phase of the day. The Brihadeeswarar Temple is also counted among the tallest temples in the world.
The Gangaikondacolapuram temple is also an important tourist attraction. The Tanjore temple is well known for its two gopuras oriented in the same direction.
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Tanjore Tour Packages
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