• Srirangam - Srirangam is a revered river island situated near Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) in Tamil Nadu, India. It hosts the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, a significant pilgrimage destination for Vaishnavites and the largest operational Hindu temple complex globally.
  Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple:

Dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Ranganatha) reclining on the serpent Adisesha.

Spans over 150 acres, featuring 21 towering gopurams and intricate Dravidian architecture.

The Rajagopuram, at 72 meters, is the tallest temple tower in Asia.

One of the 108 Divya Desams (sacred shrines for Vishnu devotees).

• Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Gangaikonda Cholapuram is a historic temple town in the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, celebrated for its magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple, constructed by the illustrious Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I in the 11th century CE.
  Architectural Marvel:

Often referred to as the “Mini Tanjore”, the temple resembles the renowned Brihadeeswarar Temple of Thanjavur but with more intricate carvings and refined artistry.

The Vimana (temple tower) reaches 182 feet, slightly shorter than Thanjavur’s but richly detailed with Chola-era sculptures.

• Thanjavur Royal Palace and Art Gallery - The Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex, also known as Thanjavur Aranmanai, is a historic royal residence that once served as the seat of the Thanjavur Nayaks and later the Maratha rulers. Situated near the famous Brihadeeswarar Temple, the palace complex is a treasure trove of South Indian art, culture, and royal heritage.
  Royal Palace Museum (Art Gallery):

Features a stunning collection of Chola bronze statues, stone sculptures, and Maratha-era paintings.

The Rajaraja Gallery displays exquisite 9th to 12th-century bronzes of Hindu deities, especially Nataraja (Lord Shiva as the Cosmic Dancer).

• Brihadeeswara Temple - The Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as the Big Temple, is one of the most magnificent architectural achievements of ancient India. Located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, it was built by Rajaraja Chola I in 1010 CE and stands as a timeless symbol of the Chola dynasty’s power, devotion, and engineering brilliance.

UNESCO World Heritage Site:

Part of the prestigious “Great Living Chola Temples” recognized for their outstanding universal value.

Massive Vimana (Temple Tower):

The temple’s towering vimana (sanctum tower) rises to about 216 feet (66 meters), making it one of the tallest of its kind.

Remarkably, it is built entirely of granite, with a single 80-ton stone placed at the top capstone.

Gigantic Nandi Statue:

A monolithic Nandi (sacred bull), measuring about 6 meters long and 3.7 meters high, sits at the temple entrance.

It is one of the largest Nandi statues in India, carved from a single rock.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Entrance fees
• Round-trip private transfer
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Toll Charges
• Parking Fees
• Guide
• Face Mask
• Transport by private vehicle

• Breakfast
• Personal Expense
• Cool Drinks

Tripgoindia has arranged an enchanting one-day heritage road trip from Madurai to Thanjavur, with stops at the culturally vibrant towns of Trichy (Tiruchirappalli) and Gangaikonda Cholapuram. This journey provides an immersive experience into Tamil Nadu’s ancient temple architecture, royal history, and spiritual traditions — all within a single, memorable day.

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