Time-travel to an era of grandeur – The Chola dynasty temple trail

Coimbatore to Koranganatha Swamy Temple, Srinivasanallur

Koranganatha Temple, managed by the Muthuraiyar/Muthuraja community, dates back to the Medieval Cholas. Distance: 185 km Time: 3 hr 30 min

Koranganatha Swamy Temple to Moovar Koil, Kodumbalur

Moovar Koil, or "The Three Temples," were built by Chola feudatory Boothi Vikramakesari as per inscriptions. Distance: 62 km Time: 1 hr 30 min

Moovar Koil to Vijayalaya Choleeswaram, Narthamalai

Built by Sathan Bhuthi Mutharaiyar and renovated by Mallan Vidhuman, it reflects the Vijayalaya Chola period. Distance: 33.9 km Time: 51 min

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Vijayalaya Choleeswaram to Brihadeeshwara Temple, Thanjavur

Brihadeeswara Temple, built by Rajaraja Chola I in 1010 AD, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the ‘Great Living Chola Temples.’ Distance: 73 km Time: 1 hr 17 min

Brihadeeshwara Temple to Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple

Built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century, this temple showcases Chola architecture, sculptures, and cultural heritage. Distance: 36 km Time: 50 min

Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple to Arulmigu Kampahareswar Temple

Built by Kulothunga Chola III, it’s the last masterpiece of the Medieval Chola era and part of the ‘Great Living Chola Temples.’  Distance: 10 km Time: 20 min

Arulmigu Kampahareswar Temple to Brihadisvara Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram

Located in Ariyalur district, this temple was the capital of the Chola dynasty for over 250 years, and a part of the ‘Great Living Chola Temples.’ Distance: 30 km Time: 41 min

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