Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu): Thanjavur, also known as Tanjore, is a city steeped in history, culture, and tradition, located in Tamil Nadu. It is most famous for the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest and most iconic temples in India, built during the Chola dynasty. Thanjavur was once the capital of the Chola Empire and is home to remarkable Chola architecture, sculpture, and art, making it an important cultural hub. The city is also known for its traditional Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam dance, and Tanjore painting, a classical South Indian art form. Thanjavur is a key center for agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, earning it the nickname "Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu." The region is also famous for its unique Tanjore silk sarees, which are highly valued for their quality and intricate designs. The local cuisine, particularly dishes like "idli," "dosa," and "sambar," reflect the Tamil culinary tradition. The city is also an educational and religious center, with many temples, institutions, and festivals like Pongal and Mahashivaratri being celebrated with fervor. Thanjavur?s blend of history, art, religion, and agriculture makes it one of Tamil Nadu?s most culturally rich cities.
Trichy-Tindivanam Hwy, Arulananda Nagar West Extension, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613010, India
Similar places
Q4PV+HH2, Anna Salai Rd, Near Old Bus Stand, Keelavasal, S.N.M Rahman Nagar, Maharnonbu Chavadi, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India
Q442+3HM Rajam Complex, Rahman Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613004, India
Ground Floor21/1002-A, Dhanashree complex, South, E Rampart Rd, near MalabarJewellery, Someshwaram, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India
Trichy-Tindivanam Hwy, Arulananda Nagar West Extension, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613010, India
Gandhiji Road, Thanjavur
Near Meenakshi Hospital New Bus Stand, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613005
Gandhiji Rd, Graham Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India
30, Medical College Rd, Rajjappa Nagar, Selvam Nagar, Eiswari Nagar, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613007, India
.png&w=256&q=75)
Trichy Main Road, Thanjavur
Plot:1234, South Rampart Near Old Bus Stand, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu 613001, India