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The Great Living Chola Temples

Thanjavur - Gangaikonda Cholapuram - Darasuram - Kumbakonam - Pichavaram

A Culture, Heritage & Photo Tour

October 31 - November 2, 2025 [2N/3D]

Experience Tamilnadu

The Great Living Chola Temples stand as stunning testaments to the architectural brilliance and cultural grandeur of the Chola dynasty, spanning over a 1000 years.

 

These temples – the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur, Airavatesvara Temple in Darasuram, and the Brihadeeswarar Temple in Gangaikonda Cholapuram – are symbols of artistic mastery, religious devotion, and engineering excellence. With their towering gopurams, intricate sculptures, and innovative designs, they represent the pinnacle of Dravidian architecture.

More than mere places of worship, these temples embody the Chola legacy, advancing culture, art, and spirituality. They remain an enduring part of Tamil Nadu's rich heritage. The region surrounding them is a vibrant hub of art, culture, and craftsmanship, deeply rooted in Chola traditions, from Tanjore paintings and bronze statues to Thirupanandal Kalamkari art , Veena - classical music instrument making and the famous silk weaving.

Come, Experience TAMILNADU. Experience INDIA!  

Date: Oct 31-Nov 2, 2025 (2N/3D)​

Genre: Heritage, Art  & Culture

            

Cost : 27,500/- INR (twin share)

            6,000/- INR (single extra)

No of Seats: 12 (max) / 6 (min)

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 Glimpses from the Tour

TESTIMONIALS

"From start to finish, the journey was enriching, immersive, & truly memorable."

"I recently had the incredible opportunity to be part of 'The Chola Trail' Photo tour led by the talented & insightful Hema Narayanan. The experience was enriching, immersive, and unforgettable.

Hema brought history alive with her deep knowledge, storytelling flair, and genuine passion for Chola art, architecture, and culture. From grand temples to artists homes of hidden traditional art like Kalamkari, bronze statue making or  Veena-making - every place we visited was thoughtfully contextualised. Her eye for detail and ability to connect the past and present made the journey feel like a beautifully curated story, not just a tour.

 

As a professional photographer, she effortlessly provided hands-on photography guidance, practical tips for both DSLR users and phone photographers. Her workshop helped us capture the essence of the trail with a more creative eye. If you love history, art, photography—or simply want to explore Tamil Nadu beyond the usual tourist trail I wholeheartedly recommend, 'The Chola Trail". Hema is more than a photo lead; she’s a cultural ambassador, and an inspiring travel companion. I can’t wait to join her on future journeys.

MADHURI ADIPUDI

IT Engineer & Aspiring Photographer- Bangalore

2025 Participant

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