Thanjavur Excursions

Naageswaran Temple

It is a place where devotion, mythology and aesthetics form an ideal mix. Built around 1005 A.D, it is an outstanding symbol of Chola sculpture. It draws many foreigners keen to interpret the rock wall edicts and study the sculptures. It is at Kumbakonam, 36 kms from Thanjavur.

Airavatheeswar Temple

This is an exquisitely built temple located in Dharasuram, 34 kms from Thanjavur. Dating back to the 12th century AD.

Orattanad 

                                                                                                 A Maratha chattram, named after Muktambal, one of the queens of Sarfoji II, is located here. Shaped like a chariot, it displays a profusion of religious sculptures in stucco and wood.

Manora

                                                                                            65 kms away, this is the tallest and the most historic monument built by the Tanjore Marathas. It is an eight-storeyed miniature fortress, hexagonal in shape and skirted by a moat, all well-preserved by the State archaeology Department............
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