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Oct residence of the Bhonsle family and is 613001, India Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, 613001, India Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, locally known as Aranmanai. Walk through umbrella. the queen’s courtyard and witness divine Max: 28.0°C Min: Rain: 165.0mm Royal Palace Museum Witness one of the most lavish indulgences 24.10000038 in Thanjavur or Tanjore is famous for scenes painted on the walls of the Durbar 1469727°C of the Chola temple architectures at the housing many important relics and artifacts Hall. Also, search for the underground Brihadishwara Temple. This is one of the Nov related to the history of Tanjore. The rich passage in this palace. There is also the largest temples in India and is rightly called Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, cultural heritage of Tanjore is kept alive in Royal Museum, a gallery and the Saraswati umbrella. the 'Big Temple'. It is also a UNESCO World the numerous paintings, statues, Mahal Library stationed within the palace Max: Min: Rain: 182.0mm Heritage Site. Made of huge granite 25.10000038 22.89999961 manuscripts that are on display in the complex. Multimedia shows are organised 1469727°C 8530273°C blocks, it has an enormous stone linga and a museum. Idols from famous temples like inside the museum, which are very huge monolithic Nandi (bull) as Dec Gangaikondacholapuram Temple and informative and gives information about the highlights. A part of the Sivaganga Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, Brihadeshwara Temple can be seen in the palace.  umbrella. Fort, this temple (1099 CE) is surrounded by palace museum. Apart from these, works of With intricate and beautiful architectural Max: Min: Rain: 115.0mm a dry moat and with an enormous entrance 23.79999923 21.10000038 glass are one of the most well-known pieces designs, it is an impeccable structure of teak 7060547°C 1469727°C arch. At the entrance, the temple elephant of the entire collection. and tile works, which has continued to blesses the pilgrims on their heads.  charm visitors from all over the world. 3 Thanjavur Royal Palace What To 4 Sangeetha Mahal

SEE 5 Sights The temple sprawls across an expanse of http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-thanjavur-lp-1137894 33,000 sq ft. Unlike in most Tamil temples, 1 Brihadishwara Temple the entrance tower is shorter and less ornate than the one over the sanctum. The block of granite that perches atop this tower weighs 80 tonnes. In a feat of engineering, a 4-mile-long ramp was built to roll the cupola into place. The shrine of Goddess Brihan Nayaki, to the north of the sanctum, E. Main Road, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is noteworthy not only for the beauty of the 613001, India idol but also for the exquisite stone Flaunting a marvelous spread of mural frescoes. Altogether, the temple houses no work, the Thanjavur Royal Palace less than 252 Shivalingams. was built during the Nayak rule and its construction was further carried on during Membalam Road, Balaganapathy 2 Royal Palace Museum the rule of the Marathas. It is the official Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu Thanjavur Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/thanjavur page 3

period displays a octagonal shaped Vimana. vegetarian restaurant. The thali here is both Tanjore Palace, Thanjavur, India Old Bus Stand, Thanjavur, Tamil The temple stands pompously in the city filling and comes at affordable prices, just Nadu, 613001, India Here’s a glimpse of the fine craftsmanship of built by Rajendra Chola to celebrate his the kind of food to keep you going even +91-436-2230457|+91-90420-26277 ancient Tanjore – successful march to the . It is a while you are away from home. Head here spectacular example of the Dravidian style for a meal between your sightseeing and Sangeetha Mahal. Located at the first floor How about some authentic South Indian architecture and makes for some striking temple-hopping trips. The ambience of the of the Thanjavur Palace, it has been food to kick start your morning? There pictures too. There are also numerous tiny restaurant is nice and the service is very strategically designed to manoeuvre sound couldn’t be a better way to start your day temples studded in the area. Don’t miss the fast. Overall, it is a good idea to visit this and avoid amplification. This is where skilled than with delicious dosas and fluffy idlis. shrine dedicated to the Goddess, the one restaurant.  performers used to showcase their talent Sree Aariya Bhavan serves a mouth watering with a colossal lion guarding the entrance. through dance and music performances, in treat on the traditional banana leaf at very Although less remains of the erstwhile 3 Karthik Restaurant the past. Today, it is an exhibition hall economical prices. Discover the flavours of capital city of the Cholas, this temple is well displaying varieties of handicrafts. The hall is South India in a traditional ambience and maintained and stands in all its glory. an example of the way art and culture were you will be asking for more of their freshly celebrated in Thanjavur. Be a part of this prepared amazing food!  creative delight and get mesmerized by Read up a bit on the Rajendra Chola and the artistic geniuses of that time. history of the city to make your visit even 2 Sri Venkateswara Lodge more exciting. Unlike most popular spots, Restaurant 5 Gangaikonda Cholapuram this place is devoid of large crowds and so Temple you can spend some relaxed time here.

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http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-thanjavur-lp-1137894 terminal, Karthik Restaurant is a good place for a quick yet scrumptious 1 Sree Aariya Bhavan bite when you are around the place. There is No 60, Near Bus Stand, Cholapuram, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, lots of variety to choose from and the food , Thanjavur, Tamil 613001, India is both delicious and economical. Don't Nadu, 612001, India What can one say about a magnificent forget to try the delicious masala dosa and +91-435-2430598|+91-98438- upma served at this temple set in a serene ambience? Rare yet 99924|+91-94438-73137 restaurant. Since the restaurant is splendid – the temple at Gangaikonda is a Located right near the bus stand, Sri also popular among locals, this might just be must visit. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this Venkateswara Lodge is a completely unique architectural creation from the Chola the place to gather some good local Thanjavur Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/thanjavur page 4

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167 Gandhiji Road, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, 613001, India

Mughlai dishes are the star highlights, particularly surprising for a restaurant located in the heart of South India.The deliciously rich gravies, kebabs and biryani served at Sathars can stir up your appetite anytime of the day. And the paranthas are to die for. All this is served in a simple ambience, which makes food taste even more delicious! This place is famous for its non-vegetarian dishes and you will see the place is always crowded with locals and tourists alike. Overall, it is a good idea to visit this restaurant. 

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See A: Brihadishwara Temple B: Royal Palace Museum C: Thanjavur Royal Palace D: Sangeetha Mahal E: Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple Accommodation F: Ala Resort G: Hotel Raks H: Pl.a Residency I: Ala Resort J: Hotel Raks K: Pl.a Residency L: Ala Resort M: Hotel Raks N: Pl.a Residency Food O: Sree Aariya Bhavan P: Sri Venkateswara Lodge Restaurant Q: Karthik Restaurant R: Sathars S: Ayyankadai Street