Thanjavur is known as the rice granary of South India. Tanjore holds the Tamil traditional culture and its antiquity.
Thanjavur Great Temple
Thanjavur Great Temple built by father-in-law Rajaraja Chola has stood majestically for over a thousand years. Many foreigners come to Tanjore to see this amazing architecture.
Places to visit in Thanjavur
Thanjavur Great Temple, Sivagangai Park, Thanjavur Palace, Saraswati Mahal Library, Raja Rajan Mani Mandapam, Punnai Nallur Mariamman Temple, Poondi Mata Temple, Swami Natha Malai Murugan Temple, Alangudi Guru Sthalam, Kodiakkarai Wildlife Sanctuary are must-see places in Thanjavur.
Favorite pastime
In particular, Sivagangai Park, located near Thanjavur Periya Kovil, is a favorite recreation spot for the people of Thanjavur. This park is an ancient park built during the British rule.
Sivaganga Park
Sivaganga Park was established by the Thanjavur Municipality in 1871-72. It is situated on about 20 acres. Sivagangai Park had boat rides, swimming pool, train and water skiing which were all children’s favourites.
Meanwhile, the 150-year-old Sivagangai Park has now been rehabilitated under the SmartCity project and opened for public use with a new glow.
Sivagangai Park renovation work
The park was closed on April 1, 2019 for renovation works. Sivagangai Park remained unopened for 5 years due to delays in the works due to various reasons. People were very disappointed by this.
Opening of Sivagangai Park
In this situation, the reconstruction work in Sivagangai Park was completed and Sivagangai Park was opened on August 8. Municipal Administration Minister K.N. Nehru, Minister of School Education
Anbil Mahesh Poiyamozhi inaugurated the park for public use.
Green meadows
The lush green lawns are eye-catching. There are many features that attract people like the old big trees and the fun train for kids.
Upcoming entertainment features
Also Horror House, 7D Cinema Hall, Carnival Games, Mini Kids Ferries, Kids Columbus Ride, Newly Improved Water Games, Adults and Kids Swimming Pool,
A telescope room etc. is soon to be opened in Sivagangai Park.
Sivagangai Park Photos
Photos of the renovated Thanjavur Sivagangai Park are currently going viral on the internet.
