What is the special in Thanjavur?

Thanjavur is most renowned for its unique paintings and dancing dolls. You’ll see them for sale all over the city. The distinctive Thanjavur-style of painting, introduced by the Nayaks and refined by the Marathas, features Hindu deities and gold foil overlay. The dancing dolls have bobble-heads that shake.

Why was Thanjavur so famous?

Why was Thanjavur so famous? Answer: Thanjavur was an example of temple town and was regarded as a great town: It represented a pattern of urbanization and was central to Chola economy.

Which temple is located in Thanjavur why it is famous?

Thanjavur is home to the Great Living Chola temples – a UNESCO World Heritage site. The principal Chola temple, the Brihadeeswara temple, situated in the heart of the city, attracts tourists from the world over.

What is the main theme of Thanjavur art?

Common themes in Tanjore paintings include Bal Krishna, Lord Rama, as well as other gods, goddesses, saints and subjects from Hindu mythology.

Which place is Thanjavur?

Thanjavur, formerly Tanjore, city, eastern Tamil Nadu state, southeastern India. It lies in the Kaveri (Cauvery) River delta, about 30 miles (50 km) east of Tiruchchirappalli.

Why was Thanjavur famous 7 short answer?

Answer: Thanjavur was famous because it was capital of the Cholas dynasty. Name the river which was flowed near Thanjavur.

On which river Thanjavur is situated?

Cauvery
Thanjavur, formerly Tanjore, city, eastern Tamil Nadu state, southeastern India. It lies in the Kaveri (Cauvery) River delta, about 30 miles (50 km) east of Tiruchchirappalli.

Who built Thanjavur?

Built in the 11th century by the Chola king Raja Raja Chola I (985–1014), the temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

Who ruled Thanjavur?

Thanjavur Maratha kingdom

Maratha Kingdom of Thanjavur Princely State of Thanjavur
Government	Principality
Ruler
• (first) 1674 – 1684	Venkoji
• (last) 1832 – 1855	Shivaji II of Thanjavur