Thanjavur (also known as Tanjore) was home to the Chola kings, who ruled much of what is now southern India around a thousand years ago. Spectacular monuments to those times are all around - especially the Brihadeeswarar Temple, built by the mighty Raja Raja.
Thanjavur (also known as Tanjore) was home to the Chola kings, who ruled much of what is now southern India around a thousand years ago. Spectacular monuments to those times are all around - especially the Brihadeeswarar Temple, built by the mighty Raja Raja.