Tour to Gangaikonda Cholapuram from Pondicherry

The Great Living Chola Temples comprise of three temples; the Brihadisvara Temple at Thanjavur, the Temple of Gangaikonda Cholapuram and the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram. The patrons of Lord Shiva dedicated magnificent architectural splendors to their beloved God. The Chola style involves use of granite to create design consisting of deities, warriors, kings and dancers. The Dravidian structures reflect the property of the Chola Empire. The glories till live in the wonderful temples.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Cholapuram, Thanjavur India

Gangaikonda Cholapuram which takes 2hours minimum drive from Pondicherry, Discover The city of Gangaikondacholapuram was probably founded by Rajendra chola before his 17th year. Most of the Chola kings who succeeded Rajendra were crowned here. The Vimana with its recessed corners and upward movement presents a striking contrast to the straight-sided pyramidal tower of Thanjavur but with octagon shape of Dravidian architecture. As it rises to a height of 182 feet 55 m) and is shorter than the Thanjavur tower with larger plinth, it is often described as the feminine counterpart of the Thanjavur temple.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, East Car Street, Chidambaram Vijay Gems, 608001 India

Visit to this grand architectural desiged temple on en-route

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Thillai Nataraja Temple, S Car St, Chidambaram 608 001 India

Same as Chidambaram Nataraja Temple

Duration: 15 minutes