Thanjavur was capital for medieval cholas. The temple on thanjavur is one of the world heritage site. It is known as "Rice Bowl"  of Tamilnadu.The city has population of 2.5 lakhs.This is one of the famous tourist spots in India.

Thanjavur is also known for its educational facilities.There are two universities,one medical college,five engineering colleges,fourteen arts and science colleges and number of research centres in this city.

This city is well connected by road and rail to the important places like Chennai,Bangalore,Mysore,Coimbatore,Tirunelveli,Tiruchirappalli,Madurai,Salem,etc.

AIR FORCE STATION is located in this city.Now this station is being developed as First Grade Air Field at the cost of Rs.400 crores.This work will be completed within 2 years.