Tanjore
India · State of Tamil N?duIN
City in Tamil Nadu, India
Thanjavur, also known as Thanjai, previously known as Tanjore, is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the 12th biggest city in Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is an important center of southern Indian religion, art, and architecture. Most of the Great Living Chola Temples, which are UNESCO World Heritage Monuments, are located in and around Thanjavur. The foremost among these, the Rajarajesvaram or Brihadisvara Temple, built by the Chola emperor Rajaraja I, is located in the centre of the city. This temple has one of the largest bull statues in India carved out of a single granite rock. Thanjavur is also home to Tanjore painting, a painting style unique to the region. Thanjavur is the headquarters of the Thanjavur District. The city is an important agricultural centre located in the Kaveri Delta and is known as the Rice bowl of Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is administered by a municipal corporation covering an area of 36.31 km2 (14.02 sq mi) and had a population of 222,943. Roadways are the major means of transportation, while the city also has rail connectivity. The nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli International Airport, located 59.6 km (37.0 mi) away from the city. The nearest seaport is Karaikal, which is 94 km (58 mi) away from Thanjavur. The city first rose to prominence during the reign of the Cholas when it served as the capital of the empire. After the fall of the Cholas, the city was ruled by various dynasties such as the Mutharaiyar dynasty, the Pandyas, the Vijayanagar Empire, the Madurai Nayaks, the Thanjavur Nayaks, the Thanjavur Marathas and the British Empire. It has been a part of independent India since 1947.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 222,943
- Coordinates
- 10.785, 79.139
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 88 m
Overview of Tanjore
Tanjore is the kind of mid-sized city you find in State of Tamil N?du, India. It counts about 222,943 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Tanjore is strongest on culture and wellness. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Tanjore
Culture in Tanjore
(2)Looking for culture? Tanjore has Ancient Ruins and Art Galleries. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Tanjore.
Wellness in Tanjore
(2)Wellness lovers get Spa and Wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Tanjore is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Tanjore
Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Reach Tanjore by regional transport from the nearest hub in State of Tamil N?du; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Asia/Kolkata.
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Places near Tanjore that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tanjore known for?
- Tanjore, in State of Tamil N?du, India, is best known for culture and wellness. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 222,943 residents.
- What can you do in Tanjore?
- Recorded activities in Tanjore include Ancient Ruins, Art Galleries, Spa and Wellness. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Tanjore?
- Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Tanjore located?
- Tanjore is located in State of Tamil N?du, India. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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