Tanjore
Introduction
:
Tanjore, also known as Thanjavur,is situated
in the fertile area of the Cauvery River delta, known as the
rice-bowl of Tamil Nadu.It was the capital and epitome of
the Chola dynasty's rule in Tamil Nadu from the 9th to the
13th century A.D.
This part of Tamil Nadu
is known for its exquisite bronze sculptures and is home to
the magnificent Brihadeswara temple, famous for its gigantic
granite tower.
The district of Tanjore
is a lush agricultural province characterised by riveting
expanses of verdant fields and groves. The Ideal River View
Resort is located in a quiet, peaceful setting on the banks
of a tributary of the Cauvery, the Vennar, beyond the Tanjore
city limits. It looks out on a rustic landscape of green paddy
fields and coconut palms.
Places To See :
Sri
Bragadeeswarar Temple
Built by the great Chola King, Rajaraja.1 in the 10th century
AD is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.
The
Palace
The Palace near the temple is a vast building of masonry built
partly by the Nayaks around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.
Art
Gallery
In the Palace there are a number of granite and bronze statues
of the Chola period.
Saraswathi
Mahal Library
In another section of the palace is a library where over 30,000
palm leaves and paper manuscripts in Indian and European languages
are preserved.
Hall
of Music
Also in the Palace is the acoustically perfect ancient music
hall.
Royal
Museum
Located in the palace complex, this museum has mixed collections
like manuscripts, weapon dresses, Utensils, Musical instruments
used by the Royal Family of Thanjavur.
Schwartz
Church
Built in 1779 AD by Rajah Serfoji in token of his affection
for the Rev. C.V.Schwartz of the Danish Mission.(In the Palace
Garden)
Sivaganga
Tank
Near the Palace is this tank known for its sweet water.
Tamil
University (7 kms.)
Established in 1981 is engaged in research and Advanced study
in Tamil. Phone : 20040.
Rajagopala
Beerangi
A very big Beerangi is there in Thanjavur East Kothalam (ramport)of
the Fort. The place is called 'Beerangi Medu'. It has been
remarked as "Dasmedu". Once upon a time that place
was used as a Bell announcement stage.
Sharja
Madi
It is located in the Palace complex. It is opened for Tourists.
One can have panaromic view of Thanjavur city. The wooden
Sculptures are inside the Sharja Madi.
Rajarajan
Mani Mandapam
During the 8th World Tamil Conference this Mandapam was built.
It is having a small garden with Children's-play materials.
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