
Historical Places To Visit Near Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu) In 2026 - 2027
66 Historical Places to Visit Near Thanjavur
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Historical Places to visit near Thanjavur
- 1. Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)
- 2. Chinese Fishing Nets
- 3. Pidurangala Rock
- 4. Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue
- 5. Bangalore Palace
- 6. Edakkal Caves
- 7. Shore Temple
- 8. Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
- 9. Water Gardens of Sigiriya
- 10. Francis Church
- 11. Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry
- 12. Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
- 13. Somanathapura Temple
- 14. Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
- 15. Jaffna Fort
- 16. Padmanabhapuram Palace
- 17. Jetavanaramaya
- 18. Vizhinjam Lighthouse
- 19. Kuttam Pokuna
- 20. French War Memorial Pondicherry
- 21. Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium
- 22. Alleppey Lighthouse
- 23. Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace
- 24. Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
- 25. Vattakottai Fort
- 26. Palakkad Fort
- 27. Koodal Azhagar Temple
- 28. Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)
- 29. Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery
- 30. Raj Niwas Pondicherry
- 31. Anjengo Fort
- 32. Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort
- 33. Chain Tree
- 34. Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)
- 35. Varkala Light House
- 36. Shakthan Thampuran Palace
- 37. Chandragiri Fort Tirupati
- 38. Pazhassi Raja Tomb
- 39. Jathika Namal Uyana
- 40. Old Lighthouse Pondicherry
- 41. Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace)
- 42. Samanar Hills
- 43. Krishnapuram Palace
- 44. Mangala Devi Temple
- 45. Mishkal Mosque
- 46. Venkatagiri Fort
- 47. Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- 48. Mirisawetiya Stupa
- 49. Cobra Hood Cave
- 50. Fort Kochi
- 51. Varkala Tunnel
- 52. Juma Masjid
- 53. Halcyon Castle
- 54. Valiyathura Pier
- 55. Kuttichira
- 56. Mother of God Church
- 57. Stephen's Church Ooty
- 58. George
- 59. Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)
- 60. Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum
- 61. Lalitha Mahal Palace
- 62. Lepakshi
- 63. Veerabhadra Temple
- 64. Ontimitta (Kodandarama) Temple
- 65. Nandalur
- 66. Dambulla
- Historical Landmark
1Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)4.5(6,283 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 320 kmMysore Palace, also known as Ambavilas Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence located in Mysore, Karnataka, India. It is one of the most splendid…
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2Chinese Fishing Nets3.5(3,806 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 329 kmThe Chinese Fishing Nets of Kochi, located in the Indian state of Kerala, are a distinctive symbol of Kochi's shoreline, prominently visible against the…
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3Pidurangala Rock5.0(2,543 reviews)Sigiriya · 360 kmPidurangala Rock is an ancient rock fortress located near the town of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It is known for its historical and archaeological significance.…
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4Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue4.0(2,030 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 326 kmJew Town is a unique location nestled in the heart of Mattancherry, Kochi, which carries the remarkable vestiges of Jewish culture and history in India. It's a…
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5Bangalore Palace3.5(1,704 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 299 kmBangalore Palace, a regal structure with exquisite woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture, sprawls across 454 acres of land in the heart of Bengaluru,…
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6Edakkal Caves4.0(1,691 reviews)Wayanad · 329 kmEdakkal Caves, nestled in the Ambukuthi Hills in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, are two natural caves at a remote location at Edakkal, 25 km from Kalpetta.…
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7Shore Temple4.5(1,668 reviews)Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) · 236 kmThe Shore Temple, a poignant symbol of the rich cultural heritage of India, stands elegantly against the backdrop of the Bay of Bengal in Mahabalipuram, Tamil…
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8Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)4.0(1,244 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 323 kmMattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of…
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9Water Gardens of Sigiriya5.0(1,075 reviews)Sigiriya · 360 kmThe Water Gardens of Sigiriya, part of the renowned historic and archaeological site in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, exhibit the exemplary hydraulic engineering…
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10Francis Church4.0(1,059 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 328 kmSt. Francis Church, situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India, is renowned for its historical significance and architectural…
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11Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry4.5(964 reviews)Pondicherry · 150 kmThe Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is an iconic Catholic church located in the heart of Puducherry, which is a Union Territory of India. Established in…
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12Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace3.5(946 reviews)Madurai · 145 kmThirumalai Nayakkar Palace is a 17th-century palace situated in the city of Madurai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Constructed in 1636 AD by the ruler…
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13Somanathapura Temple4.5(945 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 297 kmThe Chennakeshava Temple, commonly known as the Somanathapura Temple, located in Mysuru (formerly known as Mysore), Karnataka, India, is a brazen exhibit of…
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14Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)4.0(817 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 295 kmBull Temple, also known as Dodda Basavana Gudi, is situated in Basavanagudi, a bustling locality of Southern Bengaluru. The temple is renowned for its massive…
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15Jaffna Fort4.0(547 reviews)Jaffna · 156 kmJaffna Fort, located in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, is a historic fortification that has stood as a witness to the colonial past of the country. Built by the Portuguese…
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16Padmanabhapuram Palace4.0(545 reviews)Kanyakumari · 343 kmPadmanabhapuram Palace is a remarkable example of traditional Kerala architecture, situated at the foothills of the Veli Hills, which form part of the Western…
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17Jetavanaramaya4.5(478 reviews)Anuradhapura · 300 kmThe Jetavanaramaya is an iconic stupa located in the sacred city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Significantly, it was part of the Jetavana Monastery and stands…
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18Vizhinjam Lighthouse4.5(446 reviews)Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) · 355 kmThe Vizhinjam Lighthouse is a pivotal landmark located near Kovalam beach in the city of Thiruvananthapuram (formerly known as Trivandrum) in Kerala, India.…
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19Kuttam Pokuna4.0(437 reviews)Anuradhapura · 300 kmKuttam Pokuna or the Twin Ponds are an ancient and remarkable example of the bathing pools that were constructed in the kingdom of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.…
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20French War Memorial Pondicherry3.5(429 reviews)Pondicherry · 151 kmThe French War Memorial in Pondicherry, India, stands as a solemn reminder of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I. Situated on…
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21Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium4.0(375 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 320 kmJaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium is a historical building located in the royal city of Mysore, Karnataka, India. Built in 1861 by Krishnaraja…
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22Alleppey Lighthouse4.0(292 reviews)Alleppey (Alappuzha) · 337 kmAlleppey Lighthouse stands as a testament to the maritime history of Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, in Kerala, India. Built by the British in 1862, this…
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23Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace4.5(227 reviews)Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) · 349 kmKuthira Malika, also known as Puthen Malika, is a palace situated in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India. It gets its name from…
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24Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace4.0(221 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 320 kmTipu Sultan's Summer Palace, located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, is a historical edifice that stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Mysore Kingdom.…
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25Vattakottai Fort4.0(219 reviews)Kanyakumari · 340 kmVattakottai Fort, located in the coastal town of Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, India, is a seaside fort that carries with it a rich historical significance.…
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26Palakkad Fort4.0(204 reviews)Palakkad · 271 kmPalakkad Fort, also known as Tipu's Fort, is a historic site located in the heart of Palakkad, Kerala. It was rebuilt by Hyder Ali in 1766 and later taken over…
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27Koodal Azhagar Temple4.5(204 reviews)Madurai · 146 kmKoodal Azhagar Temple is a historical Hindu temple located in the city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is a revered…
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28Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)4.5(166 reviews)Rameswaram · 193 kmRama Setu, also known as Adam's Bridge, is a chain of limestone shoals running between Pamban Island near Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, India, and Mannar Island in…
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29Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery3.5(147 reviews)Wayanad · 329 kmJain Temple, located at Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, is an historical monument that stands as a testament to the region's rich…
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30Raj Niwas Pondicherry4.0(125 reviews)Pondicherry · 151 kmRaj Niwas, also known as the 'Palais du Gouvernement', is the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, India. It is a renowned historical…
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31Anjengo Fort3.5(102 reviews)Varkala · 349 kmAnjengo Fort, also known as Anchuthengu Fort, is a historic fort located on the outskirts of Varkala, a coastal town in the state of Kerala, India. The fort…
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32Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort3.5(102 reviews)Varkala · 349 kmAnchuthengu Fort, also known as Anjengo Fort, is a historical fort situated in Varkala, a coastal town in Kerala, India. It stands as a symbol of colonial…
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33Chain Tree3.0(98 reviews)Wayanad · 349 kmChain Tree in Wayanad is a large Ficus tree, bound by a chain, and is situated beside the National Highway 766, near Lakkidi in Kerala, India. It has a unique…
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34Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)4.5(87 reviews)Pondicherry · 151 kmAurobindo Handmade Paper Factory, also known as Pondicherry Paper Factory, is situated in Pondicherry, India. This factory is a part of the Sri Aurobindo…
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35Varkala Light House4.5(83 reviews)Varkala · 347 kmVarkala Lighthouse, situated in the coastal town of Varkala in Kerala, India, stands as a sentinel on the shores of the Arabian Sea, guiding vessels with its…
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36Shakthan Thampuran Palace4.0(80 reviews)Thrissur · 319 kmShakthan Thampuran Palace, also known as Vadakkekara Palace, is situated in Thrissur, Kerala, India. Built by the erstwhile ruler of Cochin, Rama Varma…
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Chandragiri Fort is located in the town of Chandragiri, near Tirupati in the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India. This historical fortification is…
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38Pazhassi Raja Tomb4.0(59 reviews)Wayanad · 346 kmPazhassi Raja Tomb is a renowned memorial situated at Mananthavady in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India. This tomb honors the resting place of Kerala Varma…
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39Jathika Namal Uyana4.0(50 reviews)Dambulla · 369 kmJathika Namal Uyana in Dambulla is an astonishing historical and geographical landmark in Sri Lanka that stands out for its expansive ironwood forest and…
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40Old Lighthouse Pondicherry3.5(41 reviews)Pondicherry · 151 kmThe Old Lighthouse of Pondicherry stands as a historical beacon situated on Goubert Avenue in the coastal city of Pondicherry, India. Erected by the French…
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41Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace)3.0(41 reviews)Anuradhapura · 304 kmLovamahapaya, also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya, is a historic building located in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It was once a…
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42Samanar Hills4.0(38 reviews)Madurai · 151 kmSamanar Hills are a historic hill rock complex located in Keelakuyilkudi village near Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India. These hills were home to Tamil Jain monks…
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43Krishnapuram Palace4.0(34 reviews)Alleppey (Alappuzha) · 339 kmKrishnapuram Palace is an 18th-century palace located in the small town of Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Kerala, India. Built in the typical Kerala-style…
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44Mangala Devi Temple4.0(29 reviews)Thekkady · 246 kmLocated amidst the lush greenery of Thekkady in Kerala lies the Mangala Devi Temple, an ancient structure that is believed to be over 1000 years old. The…
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45Mishkal Mosque4.0(29 reviews)Kozhikode · 369 kmMishkal Mosque is a historic mosque located in the coastal city of Kozhikode (Calicut) in Kerala, India. It is one of the oldest mosques in the city and…
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46Venkatagiri Fort3.5(15 reviews)Nellore · 358 kmVenkatagiri Fort is located in the small town of Venkatagiri in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India. This ancient fort is known for its architectural…
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47Sigiriya Rock Fortress5.0(2 reviews)Sigiriya · 360 kmSigiriya Rock Fortress, located in the Matale District of Sri Lanka, is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin surrounded by the remains of an extensive…
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48Mirisawetiya Stupa4.0(1 reviews)Anuradhapura · 303 kmMirisawetiya Stupa is an ancient and significant Buddhist monument located in Anuradhapura, one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka. Constructed by King…
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49Cobra Hood CaveSigiriya · 360 kmThe Cobra Hood Cave, named for its natural rock formation resembling the hood of a cobra, is situated in the historical site of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. Sigiriya,…
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50Fort KochiKochi (Cochin) · 328 kmFort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. This waterfront area is renowned for its historic colonial architecture and…
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51Varkala TunnelVarkala · 348 kmVarkala Tunnel, also known as Varkala Turuthu, is a historical structure located in the coastal town of Varkala in the Indian state of Kerala. The tunnel is an…
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52Juma MasjidKumarakom · 322 kmJuma Masjid, also known as Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, is a significant historical mosque located in the scenic town of Kumarakom, Kerala, India. Situated on…
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53Halcyon CastleKovalam · 354 kmHalcyon Castle, also known as Kovalam Palace, is a historic landmark situated in the coastal town of Kovalam in Kerala, India. Built in 1932 by M.R. Sri Rama…
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54Valiyathura PierKovalam · 351 kmValiyathura Pier, located in the coastal town of Valiyathura in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, stands as a historical landmark. This old seaport, also known as…
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55KuttichiraKozhikode · 369 kmKuttichira is a picturesque locality situated in the heart of Kozhikode (Calicut) city in Kerala, India. Rich in cultural heritage, it is known for its ancient…
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56Mother of God ChurchKozhikode · 369 kmThe Mother of God Church, also known as Valiya Palli, is a historic Roman Catholic Church located in Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala, India. Established in the…
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57Stephen's Church OotyOoty · 275 kmSt. Stephen's Church is one of the oldest and most renowned landmarks in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India. Constructed during the British Raj in the 19th century,…
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58GeorgeChennai · 288 kmGeorge Town is a bustling commercial neighborhood in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, known for its rich history and eclectic markets. It is one of the oldest areas…
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59Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) · 43 kmThe Kallanai Dam, also known as the Grand Anicut, is a historic dam built on the Kaveri River in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Located around 15 kilometers…
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60Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage MuseumMahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) · 236 kmThe Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum is situated in the historic coastal town of Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, in Tamil Nadu, India.…
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61Lalitha Mahal PalaceMysore (Mysuru) · 319 kmLalitha Mahal Palace, located near the Chamundi Hills in Mysore (now Mysuru), Karnataka, is the second largest palace in the city and a splendid example of the…
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62LepakshiAnantapur · 375 kmLepakshi, located in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh, India, is steeped in mythological and cultural significance. Known for its Vijayanagara…
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63Veerabhadra TempleAnantapur · 377 kmThe Veerabhadra Temple, also known as the Lepakshi Temple, is a notable historical and archaeological site located in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh,…
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64Ontimitta (Kodandarama) TempleKadapa (Cuddapah) · 376 kmOntimitta or Vontimitta Kodandarama Swamy Temple is a historically significant and graceful shrine located in Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh, India. The…
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65NandalurKadapa (Cuddapah) · 384 kmNandalur is a small village located in the Kadapa district of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is renowned for its historical significance and spiritual heritage. The…
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66DambullaSri Lanka · 364 kmDambulla, located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka, is renowned for its significant historical and cultural heritage. The most famous landmark here is the…
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