Nature
Chola Gangam (Ponneri) Lake
Rajendra Chola I built this huge reservoir near Gangaikonda Cholapuram; it is described in Chola inscriptions as his "liquid pillar of victory". It is a pleasant spot for birds and sunsets, especially after the monsoon.
- Best time
- After the monsoon (November โ February)
- Entry
- Free
๐๏ธ Stay & eat nearby
๐งญ Nearby from here
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UNESCO World Heritage
Temple
Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
UNESCO World Heritage temple built by Rajendra Chola I around 1035 CE.
๐ โ 10 km from Jayankondam
Heritage
Maaligaimedu (Chola palace site)
Excavation site of the Chola royal palace near Gangaikonda Cholapuram.
Temple
Varatharaja Perumal Temple, Jayankondam
Vishnu temple in Jayankondam town, featured by Tamil Nadu Tourism.
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UNESCO World Heritage
Temple
Airavatesvara Temple, Darasuram
UNESCO World Heritage Chola temple built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century.
๐ โ 45 km from Jayankondam
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UNESCO World Heritage
Temple
Brihadisvara Temple (Big Temple), Thanjavur
The Thanjavur Big Temple built by Rajaraja Chola I โ a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
๐ โ 85 km from Jayankondam
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Ramsar wetland
Nature
Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary
Ramsar wetland in Ariyalur district that attracts thousands of migratory birds.
๐ โ 60 km from Jayankondam