Tanjore or Thanjavur, The rice bowl of Tamil Nadu, Tanjavur, is a bustling country town, 55 km east of Trichy. Tanjavur rose to glory, during the later Chola reign, between the 10th and 14th centuries, and became a centre of learning and culture. Thanjavur is well known for its traditional handicrafts - art plates, bell metal castings, silk carpets, pith work, bronze icons, and classical Indian musical instruments.

Sri Brihadisvara Temple, Built by the great Chola King, Raja Raja I in the 10th century AD, this temple is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.

The Palace, adjacent to the temple is a vast structure of fine masonry, built partly by the Nayaks around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.

Art Gallery, A superb collection of bronze statues from the 9th to 12th centuries.

Access by Air: 
The nearest airports are at Trichy which is 57 km and Madurai which is 130 km.

Access by Rail: 
Tanjore can be reached from Trichy, Madurai, and Chennai.

Access by Road: 
Well connected to the major cities of South India.