Great Living Chola Temples Around Thanjavur
The Great Living Chola Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site designation refers to three temples in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. They are the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram. Built between the 11th and 12th century A.D., these temples are fine examples of architecture from the Chola dynasty. Visit these 3 temples on a day excursion from Thanjavur.
Highlights: • Brihadisvara Temple - Thanjavur • Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram • Airavatesvara Temple - Darasuram
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What's included in Great Living Chola Temples Around Thanjavur
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Brihadeeswara Temple
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur. It is one of the largest temples of South India and is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. The temple has a massive tower and its walls bear inscriptions, frescoes and sculptures relating to Lord Shiva.
Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Next drive to the town of Gangaikonda Cholapuram that is situated at a distance of around 45 miles from Thanjavur. This was the capital of the Chola dynasty for over 250 years. The temple here is also dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for its famous bronze sculptures. Then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).
After lunch drive to the town of Darasuram which is an hour’s drive from Gangaikonda Cholapuram. It is home to the well preserved Airavatesvara Temple. This stone temple is shaped like a chariot and contains sculptures of Gods from the Vedas and the Puranas. At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Thanjavur and dropped-off at your hotel.
Inclusions
- Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- There is a dress code for entering temples. Sleeveless tops and shorts are not permitted. Footwear must be removed outside the temple.
- Temple opening hours are from 06:00 a.m to 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 08:30 p.m.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
Meeting / End Points
- We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
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Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
