Karanthai

Karanthai is a suburb in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. Karanthai is situated nearby to the suburb Brindavanam, as well as near the locality Keezhavasal.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Brihadishwara Temple and Government Raja Mirasdar Hospital.

Brihadishwara Temple

Hindu temple

Photo: Jean-Pierre Dalbéra, CC BY 2.0.

Brihadisvara Temple, called Rajarajesvaram by its builder, and known locally as Thanjai Periya Kovil and Peruvudaiyar Kovil, is a Shaivite Hindu temple built in a Chola architectural style located on the south bank of the Cauvery river in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. Brihadishwara Temple is situated 2½ km south of Karanthai.

Government Raja Mirasdar Hospital

Hospital

Government Raja Mirasdar Hospital is a state-run hospital located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. Established in 1876, the hospital has been providing services to various neighbouring districts including Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Tiruchy, Pudukottai, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Cuddalore, Karur and their suburbs.

Sivaganga Park

Park

Photo: Tamilvanan K, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Sivaganga Park is a recreational park in the city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India. It adjoins the Brihadeeswarar Temple, a popular tourist destination.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Thanjavur and Thiruvayaru.

Thanjavur

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Thanjavur, also known as Thanjai or Tanjore, is a historic Chola-era city in Tamil Nadu, 342 km from Chennai. It is also considered the granary and 'rice bowl' of Tamil Nadu.