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Private Guided Tour of Airavatesvara Temple from Thanjavur with Lunch
Thanjavur
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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A small amount of walking is involved.
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Dress code - Temples are a sacred house of God and a place of daily worship. To preserve its sanctity and spiritual ambiance one must follow the below dress code within temple complex:
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Built in 12th century AD by Raja Chola II, Airavatesvara temple is a famous Hindu Temple located in Darasuram. The temple represents the architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Airavatesvara Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the Great Living Chola Temples. The temple follows Dravidian architecture which has a number of columns and pillars towards the Sanctum supporting the Mandapam. You will have a private guided tour of the temple followed by lunch in a local restaurant.
Highlights: • Airavatesvara Temple - UNESCO World Heritage Site • Intricate paintings and sculptures • Delicate stone carvings from ancient artists • Lunch in a local restaurant
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
02 bottles of mineral water per person.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Thanjavur city center
Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
Lunch at Local Restaurant (Beverage Excluded)
English speaking Local guide.
Food and drinks, unless specified.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Private Guided Tour of Airavatesvara Temple from Thanjavur with Lunch
Thanjavur
About
Built in 12th century AD by Raja Chola II, Airavatesvara temple is a famous Hindu Temple located in Darasuram. The temple represents the architectural heritage of Tamil Nadu. Airavatesvara Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the Great Living Chola Temples. The temple follows Dravidian architecture which has a number of columns and pillars towards the Sanctum supporting the Mandapam. You will have a private guided tour of the temple followed by lunch in a local restaurant.
Highlights: • Airavatesvara Temple - UNESCO World Heritage Site • Intricate paintings and sculptures • Delicate stone carvings from ancient artists • Lunch in a local restaurant
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
02 bottles of mineral water per person.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Thanjavur city center
Transport by private air conditioned vehicle
Lunch at Local Restaurant (Beverage Excluded)
English speaking Local guide.
Food and drinks, unless specified.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Thanjavur
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Return
Itinerary
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Airavatesvara Temple
You will be picked up at 9:30 AM at your hotel in Thanjavur in a private air conditioned vehicle and be driven to Darasuram (about 22 miles). Upon arrival, meet with your English speaking local guide and start your tour of the Airavatesvara Temple.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple houses a linga named Airavatesvara.
Airavatesvara temple is architecturally beautiful and it has intricate paintings and sculptures on the walls. The temple is a storehouse of art and architecture which display the delicate stone carvings of ancient artists. The front Mandapa of the temple is designed in the form of a big chariot drawn by horses. Further, the vimaan on the top of the temple is 85 feet high. The garden around the temple looks lovely adding charm and ambiance.
After your temple tour, you will be driven back to Thanjavur. Lunch is included at a local restaurant (beverage excluded). To conclude, your driver will drop you back to your hotel in Thanjavur.
