Great Living Chola Temples, Thanjavur

Name: Great Living Chola Temples
Address: Thanjavur, India

#5 among attractions in Thanjavur

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The Great Living Chola Temples is a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation for a group of Chola dynasty era Hindu temples in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Completed between early 11th and the 12th century CE, the monuments include: ()

Local name: महान चोल मंदिर Unesco: from 1987Area: 54.07 acres (0.0845 mi²)Coordinates: 10°46'58"N, 79°7'54"E

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Day trips

Great Living Chola Temples – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Brihadishwara Temple, Thanjavur Nisumbasuthani Temple, Shri Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Saraswathi Mahal Library.

~130 ftSW
Monumental 11th-century Hindu shrine
Brihadishwara Temple, Thanjavur
1 min walk • The Brihadishwara Temple, also known as the Big Temple, is a magnificent example of Dravidian architecture and a testament to the grandeur of the Chola dynasty. Located in the city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India, this UNESCO World Heritage site is not just a...
1.3 miNE
Temple
Thanjavur Nisumbasuthani Temple, Thanjavur
33 min walk • Thanjavur Nisumbasuthani Temple is a Hindu temple in Thanjavur in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India. It was built in the 9th century by Vijayalaya Chola, the founder of the Chola Dynasty.
0.6 miN
Temple
Shri Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Thanjavur
17 min walk • Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple located in the town of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India. The presiding deity is Vishnu. The temple was constructed by the Thanjavur Maratha king Pratapsingh in the 18th century.
0.7 miNE
Library
Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur
17 min walk • Saraswathi Mahal Library, also called Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Saraswathi Mahal Library is a library located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India.
0.7 miN
Temple
Thanjavur Bangaru Kamatchiamman Temple, Thanjavur
19 min walk • Sri Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple is a Hindu Temple in Thanjavur City, Tamil Nadu. It is located at the West Main Street, Thanjavur.
0.7 miNE
Museum
Thanjavur Maratha Palace, Thanjavur
17 min walk • The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, known locally as Aranmanai, today is the official residence of the Bhonsle family that ruled Tanjore from 1674 to 1855.
1.7 miNE
Temple
Thanjai Mamani Koil, Thanjavur
44 min walk • Thanjai Mamani Koil is a set of three Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India and are close to each other. It is one of the Divya Desams, the 108 temples of Vishnu revered by the 12 poet saints, or Alwars.
~600 ftE
Temple
Arungundram, Thanjavur
3 min walk • Arungundram is a village in Tamil Nadu between Arcot and Kannamangalam. The village is surrounded by hillocks and paddy fields, and is about 8 km from Arcot in Vellore district.
~730 ftE
Historical place
Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur
4 min walk • Thanjavur Medical College is a medical college in Tamil Nadu, India. It is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu and is affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai. It is one of the oldest medical colleges in Tamil Nadu.
~740 ftN
Park, Zoo, Aquarium
Sivagangai Park, Thanjavur
4 min walk • Sivaganga Park is a recreational park in the city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India. It adjoins the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a popular tourist destination.
0.5 miNE
10°47'12"N • 79°8'19"E
Maharajah Serfoji 2 memorial hall museum, Thanjavur
14 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Great Living Chola Temples?

Nearby attractions include Brihadishwara Temple, Thanjavur (1 min walk), Arungundram, Thanjavur (3 min walk), Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur (4 min walk), Sivagangai Park, Thanjavur (4 min walk).

How to get to Great Living Chola Temples by public transport?

The nearest stations to Great Living Chola Temples:

Bus

SETC Bus Stand (11 min walk)
Old Bus Stand (13 min walk)

Train

Thanjavur Junction (16 min walk)