The former palace of the nayaks of Thanjavur, once viceroys of the
Vijayanagara rulers , is a wonderful and extravgant piece of architecture,
built in 1600.The huge enclosed compound encompasses a complex which
includes the Art Gallery,the saraswati Library and the Sangeetha sabha or
Music Hall.
A gigantic tower, the arsenal decorated with bands of arches form the
external facade.Sixteen great Natarajas depict the various stages of the
cosmic dance. An outstanding piece is a 12th century Nataraja from
Tiruviddaimandin.
Address : Thanjavur Art gallery
Palace Buildings,
Thanjavur
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