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Thanjavur
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Also known as: |
Tanjore |
Shopping: |
Tanjore Paintings |
History of: |
1200 years approx. |
Population: |
2 Lac |
Thanjavur was the ancient capital of the Chola Kings whose origins,
like those of the Pallavas, Pandyas and Cheras with whom they shared
the tips of the Indian Peninsula, go back to the beginning of the
Christian era. Power struggles between these groups were a constant
feature of their early history, with one or other gaining the
ascendancy at various times. The Cholas' turn for empire building came
between 850 to 1270 AD and, at the height of their power, they
controlled most of the Indian peninsula south of a line drawn between
Mumbai and Puri, including parts of Sri Lanka and, for a while,the Sri
vijaya Kingdom of the Malaya Peninsula and Sumatra. Probably the
greatest Chola Emperors were Raja Rajah, who was responsible for
building the Brahadeeshwara Temple, and his son Rajendra I (1014-44),
whose navy competed with the Arabs for control of the Indian Ocean
trade routes and who was responsible for bringing Sri Vijaya under the
Chola control.
Major Attractions
Thanjai Periya Koil
This temple is located about 1 Km distance from the Bus-stand. The
famous name of the temple is RajaRajesuram and the earlier history
says that the "Naimicharanya" hermits lived in the place where the
temple was erected. The speciality of this temple is that it has been
sculptured completely with stones without having the Mountain around
its surroundings. The tower of this temple is previously called as "
Dhakshina Meru".
Thanjavur Palace
One Kilometer from the Temple is the vast palace built by Nayakas
around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.The total area of the palace
measures 10 acres. The fort of Thanjavur and maximum part of the
recent palace built by the Raghu Natha Nayakar and Vijaya Ragava
Nayakar. The palace has huge corridors, spacious halls, observational
and arsenal towers and shady court yards of this vast labyrinthine
building in the centre of the old town.
Saraswathi Mahal Library
The Saraswathi Mahal Library was started between the intervals of 1535
AD and 1673 for the Royals of Nayaka Mannars and the library was
expanded by the Maratha Mannars between 1673 AD and 1855. Specifically
during the kingdom of Saroboji II, thousands of books were got placed.
Art Gallery
An Art gallery was started in 9-12-1951. The Art Gallery occupies the
Nayak Durbar Hall. It has a superb collection of Chola 250 bronze
statues and 150 stone statues from the 9th to 12th Centuries.
Nearby
Excursions
Thirukandiyur
It is 10 Kms. away from Thanjavur.This place is famous for the temples
of BrahmaSriKandeswarar and Harsha Vimochana.
Kumbakonam
This place is 36 Kms.away from Thanjavur. In this place, Sarangapani,
Kumbeshwarar, Nageswara and the Ramaswamy temples are the famous
temples.
Tharangampadi
This coastal Town wasa Danish settlement from 1624 to 1825. There are
two churches and a fort.This is one of the special tourist areas.It is
105 Kms. away from Thanjavur.
Thirubuvanam
13th century Chola temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is away 45
Kms.from Thanjavur.
Fun Festives
Natyanjali Dance
Festival
The Natyanjali Dance Festival, Thanjavur is celebrated with great
enthusiasm and religious fervor for a continuous period of five days
on the propitious occasion of Mahashivratri. Dedicated to Lord Nataraj,
the Natyanjali Dance Festival of Thanjavur provides the artists of
classical dances with a wonderful opportunity to display their
artistic skills and creative talents.
Distance
from major cities
Tiruchirapalli |
42 Kms |
Madurai |
176 Kms |
Chennai |
350 Kms |
How to reach there
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Tiruchirapalli is the nearest airport
to Thanjavur with is well connected
to many major cities of India. |
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Thanjavur Railway Station is well
connected with Tiruchirapalli, Chennai and Nagpur. |
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Thanjavur has a good network of roads
to connect with all major cities in Tamil Nadu. |
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