Thanjavur Royal Palace Museum

Thanjavur Royal Palace Museum About:The Royal Palace Museum at Thanjavur in the state of Tamil Nadu was established in the year 1994. It is a multipurpose museum that preserves the materials of the ancient past.`The objects that people will find here are textiles, photo, oil paintings, pencil paintings, drawings, musical instruments, wooden objects, ivory, furniture, … Read more

Manora Fort

Manora Fort About:The Manora fort is situated 65-km away from Thanjavur (Tamilnadu / India). The fort was built by Rajah Serfoji in 1814 to commemorate the victory of the British over Napoleon Bonaparte at Waterloo. It is an 8-storied tower, which is 300-meter high from where one can have a panoramic view of the palm-fringed … Read more

Thanjavur Districts

Thanjavur Districts About: Thanjavur, situated in the eastern part of Tamil Nadu, was the capital of the Cholas, Nayaks and Marathas. It is surrounded by Perambalur, Tiruchirapalli, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Pudukkottai districts. According to local legend, Thanjavur derives its name from Tanjan, an asura (demon) who plagued the area and was killed by Sri Anandavalli … Read more

Thanjavur City

Thanjavur City About: Thanjavur was the royal city of the cholas, Nayaks and the Mahrattas. Thanjavur derives its name from Tanjan-an asura (giant), who according to local legend devastated the neighbourhood and was killed by Sri Anandavalli Amman and Vishnu, Sri Neelamegapperumal. Tanjan’s last request that the city might be named after him was granted.Thanjavur, … Read more

Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary-Bird Sanctuary

Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary About: Vaduvoor Bird Sanctuary is located in Tiruvarur District of Tamil Nadu and is on the way to Thanjavur from Mannargudi.It spreads over 128 hectares of fresh water lake and is abode to river tern, black headed myna, gray heron, white-breasted king fisher and spotted doves.The nearest city, Thanjavur, is located 25 … Read more

Art and Craft-Musical Instruments

Musical Instruments About: Music is the food for life and the Musical Instruments that are created in Tamil Nadu are exclusive and draws awe and admiration. Music and Dance is the pulse of South India. So, it is highly obvious that the musical instruments would be an integral part of the South Indian culture.Tamil Nadu … Read more

Art and Craft-Metalware

Metalware About: The famous brass and copper metalware has a rich and ancient tradition in Tamil Nadu. These metal objects are used for both religious and secular purposes, though utility is a primary consideration. The deepam or lamp are regarded as a symbol of Agni, which is auspicious and is the best known of the … Read more