Thanjavur cannon, Thanjavur

Name: Thanjavur cannon
Address: Thanjavur, India

#13 among attractions in Thanjavur

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The Thanjavur cannon is one of the largest early modern period cannons located in Thanjavur, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India. ()

Coordinates: 10°47'37"N, 79°8'20"E

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Thanjavur cannon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

0.9 miSW
Monumental 11th-century Hindu shrine
Brihadishwara Temple, Thanjavur
24 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...
0.4 miNE
Temple
Thanjavur Nisumbasuthani Temple, Thanjavur
10 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.
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Temple
Shri Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Thanjavur
12 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.
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Library
Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur
7 min walk • Saraswathi Mahal Library, also called Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Saraswathi Mahal Library is a library located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India.
0.9 miSW
, Temple
Great Living Chola Temples, Thanjavur
23 min walk • 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.
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Temple
Thanjavur Bangaru Kamatchiamman Temple, Thanjavur
17 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.
~1280 ftSW
Museum
Thanjavur Maratha Palace, Thanjavur
7 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.
0.9 miNE
Temple
Thanjai Mamani Koil, Thanjavur
23 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.
0.8 miSW
Temple
Arungundram, Thanjavur
21 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.
0.8 miSW
Historical place
Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur
21 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.
0.8 miSW
Park, Zoo, Aquarium
Sivagangai Park, Thanjavur
21 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Thanjavur cannon?

Nearby attractions include Thanjavur Maratha Palace, Thanjavur (7 min walk), Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur (7 min walk), Thanjavur Nisumbasuthani Temple, Thanjavur (10 min walk), Shri Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Thanjavur (12 min walk).

How to get to Thanjavur cannon by public transport?

The nearest stations to Thanjavur cannon:

Bus

Thiruvayar Bus Stand (11 min walk)
Old Bus Stand (12 min walk)

Train

Thanjavur Junction (27 min walk)