Help Preserve Thanjavur Palace Thanjavur
Your donation helps preserve Thanjavur Palace Thanjavur through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.
80G Tax Benefits on Every Donation
Get 100% tax deduction under Section 80G. Instant certificate, 100% transparency, secure payment.
High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Cultural Heritage
The Thanjavur Palace complex, initially conceived in the early 16th century, gained its foundational character under the Nayak rulers, particularly during the reign of Sevappa Nayak and his successors. These governors, initially under the Vijayanagara Empire, transformed Thanjavur into a vibrant cultural and administrative center, with the palace serving as their principal seat of power. Significant Nayak contributions include the grand Durbar Hall, where royal audiences and administrative decisions unfolded, and the elegant Sangeetha Mahal, a dedicated space for courtly music and dance, reflecting their profound patronage of performing arts. This period cemented the palace's role as a nucleus of Dravidian and Vijayanagara architectural synthesis. Following the Nayak decline, the palace witnessed a pivotal transition with the Maratha conquest of Thanjavur in 1676 CE by Ekoji I. Under subsequent Maratha rulers, particularly the erudite Serfoji II in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the complex underwent substantial expansion and intellectual enrichment. Serfoji II's visionary patronage led to the establishment of the Saraswati Mahal Library, an unparalleled repository of ancient Indic manuscripts. Additionally, the imposing Arsenal Tower and the distinctive Bell Tower were Maratha additions, serving both defensive and ceremonial functions, underscoring the palace's evolving strategic and cultural importance until the British annexation in 1855 CE.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Nayak architecture style, Dravidian architecture style, Vijayanagara architecture style, Maratha architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.
Educational Resource
An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.
Local Benefits
Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.
100% tax deduction on donations
Full financial reports published
Your donation goes directly to conservation
- 1
Review Site Information
Learn about Thanjavur Palace Thanjavur's historical significance, current conservation needs, and how your donation will be used for preservation efforts.
- 2
Choose Donation Amount
Select your contribution amount. Every ₹500 helps document one heritage site. Larger donations fund restoration projects. Get 100% tax deduction under 80G.
- 3
Make Secure Payment
Complete your donation via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking. All transactions are encrypted and secure through Razorpay payment gateway.
- 4
Receive Tax Certificate
Instant 80G tax exemption certificate emailed to you. Use this certificate while filing ITR to claim tax deductions and save money.
- 1Direct impact on Thanjavur Palace Thanjavur preservation and conservation
- 280G tax benefits - save up to 30% through tax deductions
- 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
- 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
- 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
- 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel