Trichy – Tanjore – Trichy

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About Trichy – Tanjore – Trichy

Trichy, one of the ancient cities in Tamil Nadu, is a famous city blend of the modern day stand and the ancient glory claimed through the famous temples. It is a commercial tourist hub in Tamil Nadu. Another ancient city located around 59 kilometers from Trichy is Tanjavur, which represents the citadel of the Chola Empire.

Day tour to Rice bowl of Tamil Nadu – "Tanjore," which is only 65km one way. Tanjore is an important center of South Indian art and architecture. Most of the Great Living Chola Temples in and around Thanjavur are UNESCO World Heritage Monuments. The foremost among the Great Living Chola temples, the Brihadeeswara Temple, is located in the city's center.

Tanjore is home to one of the mightiest temples in Tamil Nadu. Among them, the thousand-year-old Brihadeeswara temple is a popular tourist attraction in the middle of the city. The foremost among the Great Living Chola temples is the Brihadeeswara Temple, which portrays an incredible fact where science blends with spiritualism.

Trichy

The city of tanjavur got its name from the demon Tanjan, whose last wish was that the city have to be named after him before being killed by Lord Vishnu. Tanjore is home to one of the mightiest temples in Tamil Nadu. Among them, the thousand-year-old Brihadeeswara temple, built by The Great Raja Raja Cholan, is a popular tourist attraction in the middle of the city. This temple is a world heritage site and a hub for historians because of its beautifully structured tower.(Space) Near to the Brihadeeswara temple lies the Maratha Darbar Hall, which housed two different reigns, the Nayaks and the Marathas. Under the Marathas' reign, this palace undergoes renovation from its original Nayak construction.

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Tanjore

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01Trichy – Tanjore

During times of war, this palace was a safe haven. It is noteworthy as this castle differs somewhat from other palaces in the surrounding area. Throughout the year art connoisseurs and history buffs flock to this place,where you will find the interiors filled with the famed Tanjavur art paintings.

While strolling through the city, you will encounter the renowned "Thanjavur Thalaiyatti Bommai,” which are terracotta dolls with a head or body that, when pushed, has continued oscillation for an extended sum of time. Later in the evening, you can walk along the Sivaganga Park, an ideal spot for kids and adults to unwind. This park offers a splendid finish to your day at Thanjavur.

After completing the day, you can return to Trichy and enjoy the roadside shops along the Theppakullam area or unwind your day back at your hotel room.