Thanjavur: The Place of Spirituality & Art
Thanjavur or Tanjore, in Tamil Nadu, is a hidden gem for tourists. The city is the home to outstanding and splendid Tamil architecture and is a religious hub. History in every corner, history and art lovers from all over the world visit this small part of Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is a vegetarian majority city and the best vegetarian restaurants in the city are very affordable for the masses. Hotel booking in Thanjavur for tourists is very easy too. So, what exactly can you expect in Thanjavur? Let’s take a tour: 1.) Visit Brihadeeswarar Temple: This 11 th century religious structure is one of the most iconic monuments in Thanjavur. This is a gift to India by the Chola Dynasty and has some serious architectural techniques involved in its construction. Apart from this, the walls of the temple is inscribed with information that dates more than 1000 years back. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and celebrates Maha Shivratri with great pomp and grandeur. 2.)