Gangaikonda Cholapuram
About Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Far From City: 59 kms from city center
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About Gangaikonda Cholapuram
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Open Time:Day time
Cost:No entry fee
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Best time to visit Gangaikonda Cholapuram
The best time to visit is from November till January as the weather is very pleasant for outdoor sightseeing, with very low humidity.
How to Reach Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Air:Nearest airport is at Neyveli which is 43 km from Gangaikonda Cholapuram. And is well connected by buses and taxi.
Rail:Nearest rail head is the Kutralam Railway Junction which is 19 km from the village. One can hail an auto or cab from the railway station till the village.
Road:Gangaikonda Cholapuram lies on NH 227 from Chidambaram till Trichy and is well connected to other parts of the state by buses and roads.
Where to Stay
Trichy which is 71 km from Gangaikonda Cholapuram is the best place to find a suitable accommodation. It is well connected to the village and also has hotels for all budget sizes.
Sightseeing in Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Brihadishwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is the only sight worth exploring in the small village.
Shopping in Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Shop for hand-made local jewelry and the famous sarees and handlooms of Trichy at China Kadai Street in Trichy.
The Gangaikonda Cholapuram Experience
Being here you can experience the rich history of the Dravidian culture as well as the rural lifestyle of Tamil Nadu.
Gangaikonda Cholapuram's Cuisine
Makali Kinzaghu is a specialty of the city which is found only in the month of December. One can find a lot of restaurants serving authentic Tamil food in Trichy.
Best Restaurants Nearby
Banana Leaf and Vasanta Bhavan
Itinerary
Take a half day trip from Trichy to Gangaikonda Cholapuram. Do not miss the Brihadishwara Temple here.
Tips
Carry water bottle, packed lunch as not many shops and restaurants are available there. Also wear light clothes.
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