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Situated on the banks of the River Vaigai, Madurai is the third-largest city in Tamilnadu and one of the most famous places of pilgrimage in India. The city is situated about 209 km from Coimbatore and 464 km from Chennai.
Also referred to as Athens of the East, Madhurai is the oldest continually inhabited city in the Indian peninsula, with a history dating back to the Sangam period. Madurai was the seat of power of the Pandyan Empire. Often considered the cultural capital of Tamilnadu, It is one of the top places to visit in tamilnadu. The city is very well known for Madurai Meenakshi Temple, among the most visited temple in South India.
Meenakshi Temple, also known as Madurai Meenakshi, is the biggest landmark of Madurai and is one of the largest temples in India. The temple has stunning architecture and a significant testimony for Vishwakarma Brahmins for their master architecture in sculpting this temple. Along with Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Mahal, Thirupparankundram Temple, Koodal Alagar Temple, Vandiyur Mariamman Theppakulam and Alagar Koil are other important places to visit in & around Madurai. It takes 2 full days to visit the main attractions in & around Madurai.
Distance from Trichy: 134 Kms
Rameshwaram is one of the popular places of pilgrimage in Tamilnadu as well as in India. Situated at a distance of 562 km from Chennai, the town is home to the famous Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Rameshwaram Temple is one of the top attractions you must visit as part of Rameshwaram tour. It is significant for Hindus as a pilgrimage to Banaras is incomplete without a Pilgrimage to Rameswaram. This is also the place where Rama worshipped Lord Shiva to cleanse away the sin of killing Ravana. Rameswaram along with Dwarka, Puri and Badrinath form the four Char Dhams. Sri Ramanathaswamy Temple, Agnitheertham, Gandamadana Parvatham, Dhanushkodi, Kothandaraswamy Temple and Erwadi are some of the most visited attractions of Rameshwaram.
Sri Ramanatha Swamy Temple is renowned for its magnificent corridors and massive sculptured pillars. The third corridor of Ramanathaswamy temple is the longest one in the world. It takes one full day to visit the main attractions in Rameshwaram. Additional 1-2 days can cover near by sites like Kanyakumari.
Distance from Trichy: 231 Kms
Srirangam, the beautiful river island, is one of the prominent places of pilgrimage in South India, and among the most famous tourist places in Tamil Nadu. About 13 km from Trichy, and 136 km from Madurai, it holds great cultural and religious significance in South India.
Nestled between the Kaveri River and Kollidam River, Srirangam is home to Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, one of the largest Hindu shrines in the world. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is the foremost among the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu. Jambukeswarar temple, Uthamar Kovil, Uraiyur Vekkali Amman Temple, Samayapuram Mariamman Temple, Kumara Vayalur Temple, Gunaseelam Temple, Sri Vadivazhagiya Nambi Perumal Temple, and the Kaattu Azhagiya Singar Temple, etc. are some other tourist places in Srirangam.
The Chithirai car festival, Vasantotsavam, Jyeshtaabhishekam, Pavitrotsavam, Vaikunta Ekadashi, and Teppostavam are the popular festivals celebrated in Srirangam. It takes at least full day to visit the prime temples in Srirangam.
Distance from Trichy: 10 Kms
Chidambaram is a pilgrimage town in Tamil Nadu. Well known for Nataraja Temple, Chidambaram temple is one of the most celebrated shrines in South India and also one of the famous Tamilnadu places to visit. It is about 66 km from Pondicherry, and 217 km from Chennai.
Also known as Thillai, the town is known for the Thillai Nataraja Temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built during the 11th century, Chidambaram Nataraja Temple has a great religious as well as historic and cultural significance. This is one of the Panchabhoota Stalas signifying the five elements of wind (Kalahasti), water (Tiruvanaikka), fire (Tiruvannamalai), earth (Kanchipuram) and space (Chidambaram). Thillai Kaali Amman Temple, Pichavaram, Sattanathar Temple, Bhuvanagiri, Parangipettai, Annamalai University, Kollidam (river) and Poompuhar are the other prominent places to visit as part of Chidambaram tour packages.
Brahmotsavam, Ani Thirumanjanam, Thai Poosam and Arudra Dharshan are some of the Nataraja Temple festivals that attract large crowds from far and nearby places. Natyanjali Dance Festival is a major festival held in February. Many eminent dancers give their performances during this festival.
Distance from Trichy: 168 Kms
Kanchipuram or Kanchi is one of the most famous places of pilgrimage in Tamilnadu. It is situated at a distance of 75 km from Chennai. Located on the bank of the Palar River, Kanchipuram is one of the oldest cities in India and was served as the capital of the Pallava Dynasty.
Kanchipuram is one of the most popular places to visit near Chennai. Kanchi is known for its temples and silk sarees which are woven manually. Kamakshi Amman Temple is the landmark of Kanchipuram, and among the most popular places to visit in Kanchipuram. Varadharaja Perumal Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, Karchapeshwarar Temple, Sri Ekambarnathar Temple are the other prominent temples to visit as part of Kanchipuram tour packages. The temples of Kanchipuram are known for their grandeur and great architecture.
Kanchipuram is a traditional center of silk weaving and handloom industries for producing Kanchipuram Sarees. In 2005, 'Kanchipuram Silk Sarees' received the Geographical Indication tag, the first product in India to carry this label.
Distance from Trichy: 291 Kms
Thanjavur, also known as Tanjore, is one of the popular places of href='/tamilnadu/heritage' target='_blank'>heritage in Tamilnadu as it has a rich historical heritage and is a prism of ancient as well as the modern south Indian civilizations. It is situated about 170 km from Madurai, and 326 km from Chennai. Situated on the banks of River Cauvery, it is one of the top places to visit as part of Madurai tour packages.
The city was once the stronghold of the historic Cholas. Since then, Thanjavur has been one of the chief political, cultural and religious centers of South India. Thanjavur is famous for the Brihadeeswarar Temple built by Rajaraja Chola in the year 1010 AD. Also known as the Big Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple is one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and among the most important heritage sites in India. The temple is considered to be one of the best specimens of South Indian temple architecture and among the must-visit places as part of Thanjavur tour packages.
Apart from Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur and the surrounding areas have several important tourist attractions like Thanjavur Palace, Kumbakonam, Darasuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, Thiruvaiyaru, Thirubuvanam, etc.
Distance from Trichy: 56 Kms
Kumbakonam is an ancient temple town located amidst the two rivers Cauvery and Arasalar in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. About 235 km from Madurai, and 282 km from Chennai, it is one of the famous places of pilgrimage in Tamilnadu, and among the popular places to visit near Chennai.
Kumbakonam is known for its temples and mutts (monasteries). There are around 188 Hindu temples within the municipal limits of Kumbakonam. Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, Nageswaraswamy temple and Kasi Viswanathar temple are the prominent temples to visit as part of Kumbakonam tour packages. Sarangapani temple is the largest Vaishnava shrine present in Kumbakonam. Patteeswaram, the Oppiliappan Kovil, the Swamimalai Murugan temple and the Airavateeswarar Temple are the other temples located in the vicinity of Kumbakonam.
The town is well - known for its prestigious educational institutions and carved Panchaloha idols, silk products, brass, and metal wares. The important festival of Kumbakonam is the Mahamaham festival. It takes place once in 12 years during the Tamil Month of Masi (February/March) and lakhs of pilgrims visit Kumbakonam and takes a holy bath in the sacred Mahamaham Tank.
Distance from Trichy: 104 Kms
The sacred site of Tiruvannamalai is one of the prominent places of pilgrimages in Tamilnadu, and among the best places to visit near Chennai. Situated at 115 km Pondicherry, 191 km from Trichy, and 196 km from Chennai, Thiruvannamalai is known as one of the major pilgrimage centres of India.
Tiruvannamalai is known for Annamalaiyar Temple, one of the Pancha Bhoota Stalas of Lord Shiva, representing the 5 elements of nature. Legend has it that Shiva appeared as a massive column of fire in this temple. This temple features one of the tallest temple towers in India and is visited as part of Tiruvannamalai packages. Sri Ramana Ashram, Sathanur Dam, Sri Seshadri Swamigal Ashram, Virupaksha Cave, Mamara Cave, Skandashramam, and Annamalaiyar Temple View Point are some of the top places to visit in Tiruvannamalai.
Thiruvannamalai boasts a vibrant culture centered on the renowned Annamalaiyar Temple. Visitors can also explore nearby sites such as Tirumalai Jain Temples, Gingee Fort, and Padaveedu. Thiruvannamalai temple darshan usually takes 2-3 hours but can take upto 5-6 hours on festival dates and holidays.
Distance from Trichy: 184 Kms
Tirunelveli is a city situated on the banks of Thamirabarani river in Southern Tamilnadu. About 158 km from Madurai, 291 km from Trichy, and 623 km from Chennai, Tirunelveli is among the most popular places to visit near Trichy.
Also known as Nellai, Tirunelveli is positioned close to the southern tip of India on Madurai - Kanyakumari route. Tirunelveli has a rich cultural and architectural heritage which is evident from the various temples, and churches located here including the unique cuisine. Nellaiappar Temple, Venkatachalapathy Temple, Sankaranainar Kovil, Allagammai Kashi Vishvanathar, Holy Trinity Cathedral, the Mela Tiruvenkatanathapuram Temple, and Mundanthurai-Kalakad Wildlife are some of the top places to visit in Tirunelveli.
The city is famous for Tirunelveli Halwa and also known as Halwa city of India. The annual Car Festival of Nellaiappar Temple is the major festival celebrated at Tirunelveli. It takes 2 full days to visit the main attractions in Tirunelveli. Tenkasi, situated nearby can be visited with additional 1-2 days duration.
Distance from Trichy: 291 Kms
Tenkasi is the second largest town in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. Situated on the Madurai - Kollam highway, it is one of the popular places to visit in Tamilnadu. It is situated about 109 km from Trivandrum, 132 km from Kanyakumari, and 160 km from Madurai.
Tenkasi is famous for numerous waterfalls spread around the region including the famous Courtallam Falls, among the must include places in Tenkasi. River Chittar flows through this picturesque destination favoured amongst tourists.
The Word Tenkasi means Kasi of the South referring to the Kasiviswanathar temple situated in the town. Kulasekaranathar Temple, Kannimaramman Temple, Anggalap Parameshwari Temple, and Esakki Amman Kovil are the other prominent Tenkasi tourist places. It usually takes 2 full days to visit the main attractions in Tenkasi.
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At a distance of 16 km from Thirumalpuram and 56 km from Tirunelveli, Sri Sankaranarayana Swamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple situated at Sankarankovil in Tirunelveli district of Tamilnadu. It is one of the top pilgrimage places to visit in Tirunelveli region and also one of the popular temples in Tamilnadu.
The temple is dedicated to Sankaranarayanar, who is the combined manifestation of Shiva and Vishnu. This temple was built by Ukkira Pandiya Thevar in the 11th century AD. This temple also called as Avudaiamman Kovil or Davasu Kovil. According to mythology, once the devotees of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva quarreled with each other to determine whose god is powerful. Then Lord Shiva appeared as Sankaranarayanar to mark his devotees to understand that both Hari and Shiva are one and the same. So it is held sacred by Saivites and Vaishnavites as well. Hence this temple depicts the concept of Hari and Haran being one God.
The temple of Sankaranarayana is situated on 4.5 acre site in the heart of the Sankarankovil Town. It is one of the Pancha Bootha Sthalas in the South Pandiya country. With an imposing Rajagopuram, rising to a height of 135 feet with nine tiers, this temple is surrounded by high walls and the tower has many beautiful images.
Lord Sri Sankaranarayana is the main deity in this temple. The right portion of the idol has sandal and indicates Lord Siva, with cobra around his neck & moon above his head. The left side of the idol indicates Lord Vishnu ...
Distance from Trichy: 257 Kms
At a distance of 15 km from Ramanathapuram, and 65 km from Rameshwaram, Devipattinam is a beautiful coastal village situated in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamilnadu. It is one of the popular Rameshwaram places to visit.
Devipatnam, along with Rameshwaram and Thiruppullani are associated with the Hindu sacred epic Ramayana. Also known as Navapashanam, this holy town is famous for the Navagraha Temple. According to the legend, Lord Rama when going to war to kill Ravana had worshipped navagrahas by installing nine different stones, each symbolizing the nine celestial bodies to calmed the sea. It is said that since then, 9 navagraha stones are located in the sea, at a distance of about 100 meters from the seashore. These can be seen in the morning when the level of seawater is low; however in the evenings when the tides are high, most of the navagraha stones are submerged in the water.
This small village also has a temple dedicated to Devi. It is said to be the place where Mahishasura was killed by Goddess Durga Devi. There are two other temples here, one dedicated to Thilakesava and the other to Jagannatha. The Thilakeshwar Temple is dedicated to Shiva and Parvathi (Durga). Shiva here is known as Thilakeswarar and the Goddess is known as Soundaryanayaki. Devotees at the temple offer nine varieties of grains to the Gods and Goddesses. The beach is full of multicolored shells and corals ...
Distance from Trichy: 169 Kms
Distance from Trichy: 80 Kms
At a distance of 15 km from Ramanathapuram, and 66 km from Rameshwaram, Thirupullani is a temple town situated near Rameshwaram. It is one of the prominent places of pilgrimage in Tamilnadu, and among the must-visit places during your Rameshwaram Trip.
The town is known for Aadi Jagannatha Perumal Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Popularly known as Thirupullani Temple, it is one of the 108 Divya Desam temples of Lord Vishnu. It is also known as Dharbasayanam as Rama took rest on a couch of grass at this place. Other names of this place are Thiruvadanai, Pularanyam, Adhisethu and Ratnaharam.
This ancient temple not only attracts visitors because of its sacredness but also for its historical background and architectural excellence. Built during the reign of Cholas, various contributions were made to this temple during Pandyan rule and the rule of Sethupathy Kings. It is now maintained by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of Tamil Nadu Government.
Built-in the Dravidian style of architecture, the presiding deity of the temple is Lord Dharba Sayana Rama. The specialty of this temple is that Lord has been shown in a reclining posture. There are also separate shrines for Goddess Padmasini, who is the consort of Lord Adi Jagannatha, Goddess Shridevi, Goddess Bhudevi, Lord Krishna.
Timings: 7 AM - 12.30 PM & 3.30 PM - 8.30 PM
Distance from Trichy: 194 Kms
Distance from Trichy: 81 Kms
At a distance of 70 km from Rameshwaram and 15 km from Ramanathapuram. Uthirakosamangai is famous for an ancient Siva temple considered to be 3000 years old. This is the place where Siva transferred the secrets of Vedas to Parvati. Uthiram means (updesham) kosam (secrets) Parvati (Mangai) hence this place is known as Uthira Kosa Mangai.
The main deity here is Mangalanathar (Siva) and his consort is Mangleshwari. The main attraction of this temple is a statue of Natarajar made of emerlad which is about 51/2 feet tall. This idol is known as Margatha Natarajar and the deity is always covered with sandal paste. Only in the Tamil month of Margazhi on Tiruvathira nakshtram the sandal paste gets removed and there is abhishekam for the idol and this special darshan is known as Arudhra darishanam.There is a Nandi just outside the sanctum and a bigger Nandi in the outer prakaram known here as Pradosha Nandi. Special poojas are conducted here on Pradosham days in the evenings as it is believed that Siva dances between the horns of Nandi during that time.
Annual 'Arudhra' festival in December attracts a large number of devotees on this day and on the next day again the idol gets smeared with sandal paste.
Distance from Trichy: 200 Kms
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At a distance of 15 km from Kumbakonam, Ramalingaswara Temple is a Hindu temple located at Papanasam in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India. Located near the south bank of the Kudamurutti river, it is one of the prominent places to visit as part of Kumbakonam Pilgrimage Tour.
Papanasam Ramalingaswara Temple is a sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring a total of 108 Shiva Lingas. According to mythology, after defeating Ravana, Rama performed the brahmahathi dosha nivaranam puja at Rameswaram. In addition, he sought to appease Lord Shiva to atone for the sins incurred from the slaying of Kara and Dooshana, leading him to halt at this location. Here, he established 107 lingams and instructed Hanuman to retrieve one Lingam from Kasi to complete the total of 108. Consequently, the principal lingam is referred to as Ramalingaswami, while the one brought by Hanuman is known as Hanumanta Lingam. This site is also recognized as East Rameswaram or Keezh Rameswaram.
The term Papanasam translates to 'Destruction of Sins' in Tamil, and it is widely believed that worshipping Lord Shiva at this temple absolves devotees of their sins. The main deity, Lord Ramalingaswami, resides in the central shrine. Within the hall, there are 106 Shiva Lingas arranged in three rows. Notably, the shrine is oriented towards the west, which deviates from traditional Hindu temple architectural guidelines, and ...
Distance from Trichy: 83 Kms
Distance from Trichy: 213 Kms
At a distance of 85 km from Mysore, 40 km from Chamarajanagar and 170 km from Bangalore, the Biligiri Ranga Hills popularly known as the BR Hills is a hill range in Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka. It is considered to be the wildlife corridor that connects Eastern Ghats to Western Ghats. This is one of the popular tourist places to visit near Mysore.
BR Hills is famous for BRT Wildlife Sanctuary (Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Wildlife Sanctuary). The sanctuary is situated at an altitude of 5091 feet and is spread across an area of 540 km. It was declared a tiger reserve in 2010 by the Karnataka State Government. The highest peak within the sanctuary is the Kattari Betta. The wildlife sanctuary is inhabited by a number of animals including elephants, sloth bears, bison, deer, porcupines and a number of other wild animals. It is also a paradise for bird lovers and harbours more than 250 species of birds like the Paradise Flycatcher, Racquet Trailed Drongo and the Crested Hawk Eagle, etc.
Another attraction of the BR Hills is the 500 years old famous Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple which is situated on the highest peak of the hill range, on the white cliff (biligiri) which gives the hill its name. The local form of the deity is called Ranganath, another form of Lord Vishnu and is depicted in a unique standing position. The temple premises offer wonderful views of the valleys of BR Hills. During February-March, a car festival ...
Distance from Trichy: 300 Kms
| Package | Duration | Starting Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hogenakkal - Yercaud | 3D/2N | ₹ 9050 | View Details |
| Kanchipuram - Mahabalipuram - Pondicherry | 4D/3N | ₹ 10750 | View Details |
| Madurai - Kanyakumari - Rameshwaram - Thanjavur | 4D/3N | ₹ 11350 | View Details |
| Chidambaram - Thanjavaur - Madurai - Rameshwaram - Trichy | 5D/4N | ₹ 14700 | View Details |
| Thanjavur - Madurai - Rameswaram - Trichy - Mahabalipuram | 6D/5N | ₹ 16850 | View Details |
| Best of Tamilnadu in 8 Days | 8D/7N | ₹ 22750 | View Details |
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