Tour to Gangaikonda Cholapuram from Pondicherry
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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, Chidambaram 608 001 India
Same as Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
Duration: 15 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
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, Chidambaram 608 001 India
Same as Chidambaram Nataraja Temple
Duration: 15 minutes
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip private transfer
- Transport by private vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Driver
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
- Toll Charges
- Bottled water
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Tour guide
- Entrance fee if any other
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Shoes must be removed at places of worship, Dress code is smart casual (Please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; shorts or sleeveless tops are not recommended)
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
70%