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Sri Brihadeeswarar Temple: Built by the great Chola King, Rajaraja.1 in the 10th century AD is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.
The Palace: The Palace near the temple is a vast building of masonry built partly by the Nayaks around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.
Art Gallery: In the Palace there are a number of granite and bronze statues of the Chola period.
Timings 9 a.m to 1.p.m., 2.p.m. to 6.p.m
Saraswathi Mahal Library: In another section of the palace is a library where over 30,000 palm leaves and paper manuscripts in Indian and European languages are preserved
Timings 10 a.m to 1 p.m.and 1.30 p.m. To 5.30 p.m
Royal Museum: Located in the palace complex, this museum has mixed collections like manuscripts, weapon dresses, Utensils, Musical instruments used by the Royal Family of Thanjavur.
Timings 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Schwartz Church: Built in 1779 AD by Rajah Serfoji in token of his affection for the Rev. C.V.Schwartz of the Danish Mission (In the Palace Garden)
Sivaganga Tank: Near the Palace is this tank known for its sweet water.
Tamil University (7 km): Established in 1981 is engaged in research and Advanced study in Tamil.
Sharja Madi: It is located in the Palace complex. One can have panaromic view of Thanjavur city. The wooden Sculptures are inside the Sharja Madi are unique.
Timings 10a.m. to 1p.m. and 2 p.m.to 5 p.m.
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Rajarajan Mani Mandapam: During the 8th World Tamil Conference this Mandapam was built. It is having a small garden with Children's-play materials.
Timings 10 a.m to 8 p.m
Rajarajan Museum: Raja Rajan Musem is functioning for the benefit of the Tourists. Located in the Main mandapam ground floor, it is under the control of the State Archaeological Department
Timings 10 a.m to 5. p.m
Tholkappiyar Sadukkam : During the 8th World Tamil Conference, this Sadukkam (Square) was built. One can have a panoramic view of Thanjavur Town from the Tower.
Timings 9 a.m to 7. p.m
Mariamman Temple: (Punnai Nallur) : This Temple located 6 km away from Thanjavur is dedicated to Goddess Mariamman. It is one of the local temples in Thanjavur which attracts Domestic Tourists.
Papanasam (30 km): In Thanjavur District, Papanasam is one of the historical cities. There are two Temples, one Pallavanatha swamy Temple constructed by Chola King another one 108 Sivalayam Temple. There are also a granary (Store House of paddy) Breath 86 feet height 36 feet capacity of 3,000 Kalam (measure) constructed by Nayaks in 1600 - 1634. State Archaeological Department declared it as a monument. There is also a famous Mullaivananathaswamy Temple at Thirukarukkavoor. One can see the 108 Sivalingam in one temple in Papanasam Town only.
Thiruvidai Maruthur: This place is about 8 kms from Kumbakonam and 48 km away from Thanjavur. It is spelt in ancient books as Thiruvidaimaruthur. The village is also called Madhyarjunam. The presiding deity is Mahalingar and goddess is known as Brikatkunchautsa. People suffering from mental affliction visit the place for relief.
Thirunageswaram: One of the temples for Nine Planets is in Thanjavur District. This place is situated 6 km to the east of Kumbakonam and 47 Km away from Thanjavur. Thirunageswaram derives its name from the legend that the Serpent Adi Shesha-Worshipped God Siva here and the locality is identified with Chaurpakaranya
Uppliyappan Koil: This place is 6 km, from Kumbakonam and 46 km away from Thanjavur. Lord Venkatesaperumal dedicated like Tirupathi Balaji "Oppil Upper" is the other name. It is connected by bus route from Kumbakonam to Nachiarkoil.
Patteswaram: The Temple dedicated to Goddess Durgai Amman. Friday is very famous to worship the goddess. Located near Kumbakonam, 8 km from Thanjavur, city buses available form Kumbakonam.
Poondi Madha Shrine: The Poondi village is about 35 km from Thanjavur nearest Railway Station is Budalur. It is also one of the Roman Catholic Pilgrim centre another like Velankanni. It attracts more Pilgrims all over India. Accommodation provided to the Pilgrims by Church Authorities. Phone: 04362 / 80422.
Suriyanar Koil (58 km) Lord of Sun - (Sun Temple): This is the only place where the Image of the Sun is worshipped. It is believed that the Chola King Kulothunga-I who built the Shrine borrowed this feature.
Thingalore (18 km from Thanjavur) Chandran Temple (Moon): One of the Nine Planets. It is situated on Thiruvaiyaru to Kumbkonam route. It attracts more pilgrims on all days.
Alangudi (43 km) Guru Temple: One of the Nine Planets. It is situated near Kumbakonam on the way to Mannargudi. It attracts pilgrim from all over India.
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AROUND THANJAVUR
Carnatic Music Trinity - Thyagaraja, Muthuswamy Dikshitar and Shyama Sastri Thiruvaiyaru: Situated on the banks of the river Kaveri, 13kms from Thanjavur, Thiruvaaiyaru has an old Shiva temple dedicated to Panchanatheeswar. Though pilgrims flock to this temple throughout the year, Thiruvaiyaru is more renowned for its association with Saint Thyagaraja, who, along with Muthuswami Dikshitar and Shyama Sastri, comprises the Trinity of Carnatic music. Near the Shiva temple is the one-roomed house where Thyagaraja composed some of his greatest works. On the banks of the river is the samadhi (final resting place) of the saint composer and it is here that the greatest music festival in the country takes place annually. The Thyagaraja Aradhana festival is held in January when most of the leading exponents of Carnatic music come to perform and are watched by thousands of ardent fans of classical music. A huge complex is now under construction at this site to accommodate the large audience that come to the concert in ever increasing numbers every year.
Sri Brahadeeswarar Temple: Built by the great Chola King, Raja Raja in the 10th Century AD is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.
The Palace: The Palace near the temple is a vast building of masonry work built partly by the Marathas and partly by the Nayaks.
Art Gallery: In the Palace there are a number of granite and bronze statues of the Chola period.
Saraswathi Mahal Library: In another section of the Palace is a library where over 30,000 palm leaf and paper manuscripts in Indian and European languages are preserved.
Hall of Music: Also in the Palace is the acoustically perfect ancient music hall.
Schwartz Church: (In the Palace garden) Built In 1779 AD by Rajah Serfoji in token of his affection for the Rev. C.V Schwartz of the Danish Mission.
Sivaganga Tank: Near the Palace is this tank known for its sweet water.
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