Thanjavur - Morning we pickup you from your Trichy hotel/airport and drive to Tanjore . Those who wish to do something in Trichy first,then we shall take to world famous “Rangnathswamy temple” first before we go to Tanjore. Arrive Tanjore and visit visit Brihadishvara (or Brhadisvara) temple was constructed between c. 995 and 1025 CE using Chola war booty and tribute from Sri Lanka. The temple was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Reaching a height of 63 metres, it is the tallest temple building in India.
Dharasuram - Proceed to visit Darasuram temple just 40 kilometers away. The Airavatesvara temple complex at Darasuram, was built by Rajaraja II, features a 24-m vimana and a stone image of Shiva. . Overnight at the hotel in “Kumbakonam”, the city in which Darasuram temple is located.
Darasuram to “Gangaikondacholapuram” (45 kms) and drive back to Trichy (101 kilometers).
Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Breakfast at the hotel, later From Darasuram, further drive of 45 kilometers to visit temple “Gangaikondacholapuram”.The Temple of Gangaikondacholisvaram, built by Rajendra I, was completed in 1035. Its 53-m vimana (sanctum tower) has recessed corners and a graceful upward curving movement, contrasting with the straight and severe tower at Thanjavur.
Tiruchirappalli - To conclude the tour, Get driven back to Trichy airport to board your flight for onward journey.
- Overnight stay at a budget hotel with basic western amenities
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast included
- meals
- local guide and monument entrance fees
The Great Living Chola Temples are a testament to the Chola dynasty’s exceptional contributions to architecture, sculpture, painting, and the art of bronze casting. This heritage site encompasses three majestic temples from the 11th and 12th centuries: the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram, and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram. Built by Rajendra I, the Temple of Gangaikondacholisvaram was finished in 1035. Its towering vimana (sanctuary tower) reaches 53 meters, featuring indented angles and a subtly arching contour upwards, which is a distinct contrast to the more rigid and imposing tower found in Thanjavur. The temple complex of Airavatesvara at Darasuram, a construction of Rajaraja II, boasts a 24-meter high vimana and a sculpted representation of the deity Shiva.
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