Madurai to Thanjavur - Trichy & Gangaikonda Cholapuram Day Trip
Thiruchendur Murugan temple is the second most temple among the six holy adobes of Lord Murugan. This is the only temple among the six which is located on the sea shore.
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Madurai to Thanjavur - Trichy & Gangaikonda Cholapuram Day Trip
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SrirangamPass-by Only
Srirangam is a sacred river island located near Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) in Tamil Nadu, India. It is home to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Vaishnavites and the largest functioning Hindu temple complex in the world. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Ranganatha) reclining on the serpent Adisesha. Covers over 150 acres, with 21 towering gopurams and intricate Dravidian architecture. The Rajagopuram, at 72 meters, is the tallest temple tower in Asia. One of the 108 Divya Desams (holy shrines for Vishnu devotees).
Gangaikonda CholapuramPass-by Only
Gangaikonda Cholapuram is a historic temple town located in the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, renowned for its grand Brihadeeswarar Temple, built by the powerful Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I in the 11th century CE. Architectural Marvel: Often called the "Mini Tanjore", the temple mirrors the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple of Thanjavur but with more intricate carvings and refined artistry. The Vimana (temple tower) rises to 182 feet, slightly shorter than Thanjavur’s but richly detailed with Chola-era sculptures.
Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art GalleryPass-by Only
The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, also known as Thanjavur Aranmanai, is a historic royal residence that once served as the seat of the Thanjavur Nayaks and later the Maratha rulers. Located near the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple, the palace complex is a treasure trove of South Indian art, culture, and royal heritage. Royal Palace Museum (Art Gallery): Features a stunning collection of Chola bronze statues, stone sculptures, and Maratha-era paintings. The Rajaraja Gallery displays exquisite 9th to 12th-century bronzes of Hindu deities, especially Nataraja (Lord Shiva as the Cosmic Dancer).
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance fee
- Round-trip private transfer
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Toll Charges
- Parking Fees
- Guide
- Face Mask
- Transport by private vehicle
- Breakfast
- Personal Expense
- Cool Drinks
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 120 minutes before departure time.
