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Tourist Destination |
Great Living Chola Temples
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City |
Thanjavur |
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State |
Tamil Nadu |
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Location |
South India |
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Our Official Website |
About:
The Great Living Chola Temples a UNESCO World Heritage Site was built between the period of early 11th and 12th century CE by Chola Empire kings and are one of the best work of architecture, sculpture, painting and bronze casting. The Great Living Chola Temples are a UNESCO World Heritage Site which include the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram and are dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Brihadisvara Temple was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, while the Temple of Gangaikondacholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple were included in the site in the year 2004.
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How to reach
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Nearest Airport: Tiruchirappalli Nearest Railway Station: Trichi Nearest Bus Station: Thanjavur Bus Station
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Opening Hours |
Opening Time: 08:30 AM Closing Time : 09:00 PM |
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Temperature |
During winter 20°C to 30°C and During summer 25°C to40°C |
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Best Time to Visit |
June to March |
Monument: Great Living Chola Temples
Non Ticketed: Free entry