Thanjavur is one of the southeastern districts of Tamil Nadu. Tanjavur is the headquarters of this district. The name is coined from the legendary asura of Hindu mythology Tanjan. It is one of the ancient cities of India and has a very long and significant history. It is an important center of south Indian architecture and art. It is also famous for the big temple which was built by the great king Raja Raja Cholan. The city was sung by several sangam poets. UNESCO world heritage are also located in Tanjur. The Brihadeeswara Temple which is located at the heart of the city is the home of famous Tanjur paintings. It is an important agriculture center of Tamil Nadu and expressed as Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu. It is well connected to all major and minor cities of Tamil Nadu by well-established road and rail networks.

Thanjavur History

The preform of this district was first found by Mutharayar king Swaran Maran. T was started to flourish during the period of Cholas. After Cholas, the city was ruled by many dynasties such as Pandyas, MAdhurai Nayaks, Tanjavur Nayaks and Vijayanagara Empire. Later it was captured by British and was ruled by them till independence. In 1647, Tanjur was captured by the Marathas under Venkoji, half-brother of Shivaji the great. They held the power until 1799. After that the city was ceded into British.

Thanjavur Culture

It is the birth place of several south Indian arts and architecture. It the cradle for Carnatic music. It has rich cultural significance in Tamil Nadu.

Thanjavur Tourism

Tourist places in Thanjavur
Big temple
Palace
Art gallery
Saraswathi mahal library
Sangeetha mahal
Royal museum & serfoji memorial hall
Marattah durbar hall
Schwartz church
Rajarajan mani mandapam
Sivaganga tank
Rajagopala beerangi
Tholkappiyar sadukkam
Tamil university
Poondi matha basilica
Thirukarugavur
Patteeswaram
Manora
Papanasam
Swamimalai
Darasuram
Kumbakonam
Uppliyappan koil
Thiruvidai maruthur
Navagraha