Tanjore
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Tanjore or Thanjavur, The rice bowl of Tamil Nadu, Tanjavur, is a bustling country town, 55 km east of Trichy. Tanjavur rose to glory, during the later Chola reign, between the 10th and 14th centuries, and became a centre of learning and culture. Thanjavur is well known for its traditional
handicrafts - art plates, bell metal castings, silk carpets, pith work, bronze icons, and classical Indian musical instruments.
Sri Brihadisvara Temple, Built by the great Chola King, Raja Raja I in the 10th century AD, this temple is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.
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The Palace, adjacent to the temple is a vast structure of fine masonry, built partly by the Nayaks around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.
Art Gallery, A superb collection of bronze statues from the 9th to 12th centuries.
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Access by Air:
The nearest airports are at Trichy which is 57 km and Madurai which is 130 km.
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Access by Rail:
Tanjore can be reached from Trichy, Madurai, and Chennai.
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Access by Road:
Well connected to the major cities of South India.
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