Overview
The Great Living Chola Temples are a testimony to the brilliant achievements of the "Chola dynasty" in architecture, sculpture, painting and bronze casting. The site includes three great 11th- and 12th-century Temples: the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Brihadisvara Temple at Gangaikondacholisvaram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram.
The Temple of Gangaikondacholisvaram, built by Rajendra I, was completed in 1035. Its 53-m vimana (sanctum tower) has recessed corners and a graceful upward curving movement, contrasting with the straight and severe tower at Thanjavur. The Airavatesvara temple complex, built by Rajaraja II, at Darasuram features a 24-m vimana and a stone image of Shiva.
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- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
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What's included
Overight stay at a budget hotel with all basic western amenities
In-vehicle air conditioning
Breakfast
meals
local guide and monument entrance fees
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Trichy to Tanjore and Darasuram
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Thanjavur
2 hours
Morning we pickup you from your Trichy hotel/airport and drive to Tanjore . Those who wish to do something in Trichy first,then we shall take to world famous "Rangnathswamy temple" first before we go to Tanjore. Arrive Tanjore and visit visit Brihadishvara (or Brhadisvara) temple was constructed between c. 995 and 1025 CE using Chola war booty and tribute from Sri Lanka. The temple was dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Reaching a height of 63 metres, it is the tallest temple building in India.
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1 hour
Proceed to visit Darasuram temple just 40 kilometers away. The Airavatesvara temple complex at Darasuram, was built by Rajaraja II, features a 24-m vimana and a stone image of Shiva. . Overnight at the hotel in "Kumbakonam", the city in which Darasuram temple is located.
Day 2 Darasuram to "Gangaikondacholapuram" (45 kms) and drive back to Trichy (101 kilometers).
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Gangaikonda Cholapuram
1 hour
Breakfast at the hotel, later From Darasuram, further drive of 45 kilometers to visit temple "Gangaikondacholapuram".The Temple of Gangaikondacholisvaram, built by Rajendra I, was completed in 1035. Its 53-m vimana (sanctum tower) has recessed corners and a graceful upward curving movement, contrasting with the straight and severe tower at Thanjavur.
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Tiruchirappalli
To conclude the tour, Get driven back to Trichy airport to board your flight for onward journey.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about 2 Day Great Living Chola Temples Tour From Trichy
How long does 2 Day Great Living Chola Temples Tour From Trichy take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Overight stay at a budget hotel with all basic western amenities
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
What's not included?
- meals
- local guide and monument entrance fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Tiruchirappalli.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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