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Destination Tanjore :

Tanjore also known by its anglicised name Tanjore, is a municipality and the headquarters of the Thanjavur district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The name Thanjavur is derived from "Tanjan", a legendary asura in Hindu mythology. Thanjavur is one of the oldest cities in India and has a long and varied history dating back to Sangam period.

The city rose into prominence during the rule of the Later Cholas when it served as the capital of the Chola empire. After the fall of the Cholas, the city was ruled by the Pandyas, Vijayanagar Empire, the Madurai Nayaks, the Thanjavur Nayaks, the Thanjavur Marathas and the British.

One of the best temples in South India, the Brahadeeshwarar temple or the Big Temple built by the greatest Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola, is that dynasty's finest contribution to Dravidan temple architecture.

Tourist Attraction In Tanjore

The Palace
Saraswathi Mahal
Library
Schwartz Church
Rajarajan Museum
Art Gallery
Royal Museum
Sivaganga Tank
Tholkappiyar Sadukkam
Papanasam
Thiruvidai
Maruthur
Uppliyappan Koil
Suriyanar Koil

Access/Getting In Tanjore

By Air

The nearest Airport Tiruchirapalli is 58 km.

By Rail

Thanjavur is connected by rail with Trichy, Madurai and Chennai.

By Road

An excellent road network from kumily (4 kms) links the to all major towns and cities in india.

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