Ottran Paadhai – The Spy’s Trail

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Ottran Paadhai (The Spy’s Trail) is exclusively designed to create a time travel experience back to the Chola era. It is a story-based expedition that follows the trail of Vandhiyathevan, the protagonist of Ponniyin Selvan, – a historical novel and magnum opus of Kalki. While on his trail through the places where important events happen in the story, we go on to explore the grandeur of the Imperial Chola Kingdom – one of the longest ruling dynasties in our medieval history. Starting from Chennai, the tour meanders through places in Chidambaram, Kumbakonam, and Thanjavur.

Here’s a sneak peek of this exciting time travel:

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3

  • Veeranarayana Lake – The very place where our hero Vandhiyathevan begins his remarkable journey in Ponniyin Selvan.

  • Veeranarayanapuram with history etched all over her temple walls.

  • Kadambur, where a great conspiracy was contemplated to change the chola lineage.

  • Gangaikondacholapuram – a UNESCO world heritage site and capital of Cholas for the last 200 years of their reign.

  • A deep-dive visual representation of the great warrior Rajendra Chola’s innovative war strategy by our historian.

  • Thirupurambiam, a vast battlefield where a gruesome war catapulted the emerging Cholas into empire builders.

  • Pay homage to the greatest of emperors Rajaraja Cholan at his final resting place in Udaiyalur.

  • Cruise through Pazhayarai, the old residential capital of the royal clan.

  • Experience the architectural marvel of Darasuram, and get introduced to Chola iconography.

  • Grand finale tour of the Thanjavur Big Temple in the company of our expert archaeologist to gain a whole new perspective on Chola temple architecture and iconography.

And that is not all! Our journey includes:

  • Heartwarming village hospitality; walk through paddy fields; fun-filled pumpset water splash.

  • Traditional delicacies and rejuvenating herbal concoctions.

  • Stay at premium heritage properties (Pannaiyar bungalow and Zamindar Palace) with the right blend of luxury, elegance, and heritage.

  • Surprise Events organized exclusively for you.

  • Souvenir shopping.

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Does that sound exciting?

Then do join us on our upcoming trips (from Chennai) for an unparalleled time travel experience.

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