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    Saraswathi Mahal Library
    Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

    Saraswathi Mahal Library

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    About Saraswathi Mahal Library

    The Saraswathi Mahal Library, located inside the Thanjavur Palace, was established during the Nayak rule and expanded under the Marathas. It houses over 60,000 volumes including palm-leaf manuscripts in Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Marathi, and other languages. The library is a treasure trove for scholars and history enthusiasts.

    Best time to visit: November to February

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    What you'll experience

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      Ancient manuscripts

    • 2

      Literary heritage

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      Historical research

    • 4

      Architectural beauty

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    Visit Information

    Opening Hours

    Monday - Friday10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
    Saturday10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
    Sunday10:00 AM to 5:30 PM

    Entry Fee

    Indian Visitors₹
    Foreign Visitors₹0

    Best Time to Visit

    November to February

    Location

    Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

    Contact

    For inquiries: +91-4362-230019

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