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Private Guided Tour of Airavatesvara Temple from Kumbakonam with Lunch
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2 to 3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
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
What's Included
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Kumbakonam 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 And Pickup
Meeting point
Thanjavur
, , Thanjavur, India
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Start time
10:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
What To Expect
Airavatesvara Temple
You will be picked up at 9:30 AM at your hotel in Kumbakonam in a private air conditioned vehicle and be driven to Darasuram. 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. The temple is a pilgrimage place for many Hindus. After your temple tour, lunch is included at a local restaurant (beverage excluded). To conclude, your driver will drop you back to your hotel in Kumbakonam.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A small amount of walking is involved.
- 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:
- Upper Wear: Must cover the shoulders, chest, navel, and upper arms
- Lower Wear: Must be at least below knee-length
- Remove footwear outside the temple. Socks are fine, you can keep them on.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Temple Opens from 06:00 A.M. till 12:30 P.M.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Operated by SITA World Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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