Sri Brahadeeswarar Temple:

Built by the great Chola King, Raja Raja I in the 10th Century AD is an outstanding example of Chola architecture.

The Palace:

The Palace near the temple is a vast building of masonry built partly by the Nayaks around 1550 AD and partly by the Marathas.

Art Gallery:

In the Palace there are a number of granite and bronze statues of the Chola period.       

Visiting Times: 9.00 - 13.00 hrs and 15.00 - 18.00 hrs.

Saraswathi Mahal Library:

In another section of the Palace is the library where over 30,000 palm leaf and paper manuscripts in India and European languages are preserved.Visiting Times: 9.00 - 13.00 hrs and 14.00 - 17.00 hrs.Wednesday Holiday.

Tamil University (7 Kms.):

Established in 1981, is engaged in research and advanced study in Tamil.

Hall of Music:

Also in the Palce is this acoustically perfect ancient music hall.

Schwartz Church:

(In the Palace garden) Built in 1779 AD by Rajah Serfoji in token of his affection for the Rev.C.V.Schwartz of the Danish mission.

Sivaganga Tank:

Situated near the palace this tank is known for its sweet water.