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Great Living Chola Temples Around Thanjavur
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India
$281
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Overview
The Great Living Chola Temples stand as a testament to the architectural brilliance of the Chola dynasty, nestled in the heart of Tamil Nadu. This UNESCO World Heritage site encompasses three magnificent temples: the Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and the Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram.
- 🏷️ Full Day Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive excursion visiting all three temples with a knowledgeable local guide.
- 🚐 Private Transport: Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with two complimentary bottles of mineral water provided for each guest.
- 🗣️ Benefit from the expertise of an English-speaking guide who will share insights into the rich history and architecture of each temple.
- ⏰ The tour lasts approximately 7 hours, allowing ample time to explore each site in detail.
- 🏛️ Begin your journey at the Brihadisvara Temple, one of South India's largest, dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring intricate frescoes and sculptures.
- 📍 Continue to Gangaikonda Cholapuram, the former capital of the Chola dynasty, renowned for its exquisite bronze sculptures.
- 🕊️ Conclude your day at the stunning Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram, designed in the shape of a chariot, showcasing divine sculptures from ancient texts.
- 🏨 Hotel pick-up and drop-off services are seamlessly included for your convenience.
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1- 8 Traveler
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Local English speaking guide
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting point
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return details
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
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Brihadeeswara TempleYou 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.
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Arulmigu Peruvudaiyar Temple, Gangaikonda CholapuramNext 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).
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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.
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Great Living Chola Temples Around Thanjavur
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India
$281
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!