Discover Tanjore with your Family in One Day

  1. 9:00 AM - Brihadeeswara Temple
    Located in the heart of the city, this temple is a UNESCO world heritage site. Admire the beautiful architecture and learn about its history, while offering your prayers to the deity.
    Time & Distance: 10 minutes (1.2 km) from Tanjore Junction
  2. 11:00 AM - Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery
    Explore the grandeur of the Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery, which was once the residence of the Nayak and Maratha rulers of Tanjore. The palace has an excellent collection of sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts.
    Time & Distance: 15 minutes (2.3 km) from Brihadeeswara Temple
  3. 1:00 PM - Lunch at Hotel Gnanam
    Indulge in the traditional vegetarian cuisine of Tanjore at Hotel Gnanam, which offers a variety of South Indian dishes. Try their signature thali and filter coffee for an authentic experience.
    Time & Distance: 8 minutes (1.0 km) from Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery
  4. 2:30 PM - Royal Museum
    The Royal Museum is housed inside the Thanjavur Palace complex and displays the personal belongings, arms, and armaments used by the royal family during their reign.
    Time & Distance: 7 minutes (1.1 km) from Hotel Gnanam
  5. 4:00 PM - Sangeetha Mahal
    End your day with a cultural experience at the Sangeetha Mahal, which showcases the traditional music and dance forms of Tamil Nadu. The auditorium is a perfect blend of Indian and European architecture.
    Time & Distance: 10 minutes (1.4 km) from Royal Museum

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Brihadeeswara Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Thanjavur Palace and Art Gallery (1.5 hours, INR 100)
  • Lunch at Hotel Gnanam (1 hour, INR 500 for two)
  • Royal Museum (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Sangeetha Mahal (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 850 for two

Useful Tips

You can start your day early to avoid crowds at the Brihadeeswara Temple. In case you have more time, visit the Schwartz Church and the nearby Schwartz Cemetery, which has graves of British officers and Danish colonizers. If you have less time, you can skip the Royal Museum and head straight to Sangeetha Mahal to witness a beautiful cultural performance.

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