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Tamil Nadu, located in the southern India, is a land civilized with art, culture and devotion combined together. Tamil Nadu provides you with a variety of places to explore, from the Capital city of Chennai to hill town of Yelagiri; pilgrimage to tourist spots, it has it all.
The state offers you early mornings when you wake up with temple bells, and prayers that give a spiritual and positive start to your day. It is beautiful and distinct in its own way. There is so much to explore in this place that you will be mesmerized with the view. You can learn about the culture and enjoy the beauty of a part of the southern India.
Kanchipuram is popularly known as the City of a Thousand Temples. The extraordinary diversity of ancient temples in the city, with historically significant architecture, mark Kanchipuram as a must visit in the list of places to be visited in Tamil Nadu. The Kanchipuram Silk Sarees are celebrated by Indian women. The city is home to temples of lord Vishnu and Shiva built in different reigns.
Coimbatore bags the title of Manchester of India. The enormously industrialized city, Coimbatore, is also known for a variety in South Indian food, ancient temples and multiple shopping hubs. The city offers its visitors with various tourist attractions such as Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple, the Grass Forest Museum, etc. There are picnic spots that would be loved by the nature lovers and places for sightseeing in Coimbatore.
The city of Vellore is also known as the Fort City. Since, being ruled by several dynasties and kingdoms like Chola, Pallava, the British and the Carnatic Kingdom, make it culturally rich and there are many forts built by each of them. The Monolithic (made of a single stone) fort of Vellore is very famous because of its historical significance and architecture.
Oot is also known as the Queen Of Nilgiris. It was founded by the British rulers in the 19th century as their summer headquarters. Ooty is a beautiful destination which attracts huge masses of tourists to beat the heat. The sprawling tea gardens across the hills are an Apple to the Eye. The hill town of Ooty is stormed with visitors in the months of April and May.
The belief that Lord Ram himself took a bath in Rameshwarams water pulls many Hindu devotees to this pilgrimage. It is a peaceful and small pilgrimage which is stormed with pilgrims who visit there to take a bath in the holy water. The Island City of Rameshwaram is one of the Char dham (4 pilgrimages) in India.
Tiruvannamalai is famous for Mount Arunachala situated there, which is believed to have Spiritual energy. Both, spiritual enthusiasts and pilgrims are attracted to this place. This holy summit is known as one of the most calming places in the world.
Apart from being the southern tip of India, The ancient town of Kanyakumari is famous for its glorious temples, beaches, cultural centers and monuments. The ancient temples carved in the typical Dravidian style, situated in Kanyakumari, add to its scenic beauty. The diversity in culture and heritage, and the warmth of the people will make you adore this place.
This cosmopolitan Union territory was French Colony in the 18th century. Pondicherry is located in the East coast of the state. Puducherry is best suitable for people who are looking for a quiet getaway from the loud cities. This is a place you would want to go to if you want to experience a flavor of the French culture.
Thanjavur was under the chola Dynasty during its reign. The Dynasty built as many as 70 ancient monuments and temples in the area. The Brihadeswara Temple in Tamilnadu is one of the biggest temples in India. There is a big Nandi (bull) which weighs around 20 tonnes and is made up of a single stone. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and the beauty of the temple is a sight to behold.
Madurai is known as The Athens of the East. The city is the third largest in the state of Tamilnadu and is listed amongst the oldest cities Occupied in the World. Mudurai is home to many dramatic yet moving temples, and one of such temples is Meenakshi Temple. This 4000 year old city in Tamilnadu is itself a sight to see.
Kodaikanal is known as the precious Gift of the Forest or the Princess of Hill Stations. This small hill station, situated at the tip of Palani hills is surrounded with forest on all sides. Kodaikanal is on those tourist attractions in Tamilnadu that receive maximum tourist footfall. The existence of Kodaikanal can be traced back to 1845.
The ancient city of Tirunelveli is rich in its cultural heritage, constituting many temples built in the medieval era by various rulers. This prehistoric city is viewed as an agricultural and religious hub by the visitors. Tirunelveli is blessed with natural beauty in abundance, with diverse range of sea coasts, rivers, mountain ranges, and forests. If you are a nature lover your eyes will be pleased with the view of Tirunelveli.
Hogenakkal Falls attracts major masses of tourist visiting to Tamil Nadu. The Hogenakkal Falls are also known as the Niagara Falls of India. The falls get this name because it has around 14 channels, and it falls from a height of 15 to 65 feet. It is located in the Dharmapuri District, on the banks of Cauvery River.
Coonoor is one of the three Nilgiri hill stations that sit above the southern plane. Smaller in size from Ooty, Coonoor can be called as a quieter version of the busy Ooty. It is known for its plantation and production of tea. It is a peaceful and pleasant hill station with calm surroundings, misty valleys, and milky falls in the Nilgiris. The tourist attractions at Coonoor include Droog, Lambs Rock, Dolphins Nose Viewpoint, Sims Park, and Laws fall.
Tiruchirapalli is believed to be the habitat of Lord Shiva, and is thus home to the globally renowned Shiva temple. The place is considered sacred by the Hindu devotees. It is located on the banks of Cauvery River. Also known as Trichy, It is a travelers hub offering them with a diversity of ancient and modern architecture. It is also home to Thiruanaikka.
Yercaud is recommended as a must visit on your trip to Tamil Nadu. This hill town located in Salem district, will overpower your senses with its beauty. The bountiful view of the jungles, sunsets/sunrise, waterfalls, temples, etc is blessed with a visual aesthetics. The place is often spotted with couples or friends/family vacationing at the hills. It has more to offer than just the hills and pleasant weather; lush green grass plots, hills spread across and breathtaking scenic beauty.
Yellagiri is a hill station in the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu. Elevated at an altitude of over 3500 ft, it is spread amidst four mountains. Yelagiri is a network of 14 villages and is blessed with a pleasant climate throughout the year, which never gets too cold during winters. Yelagiri hills are considered as the best place for trekking, rock climbing and paragliding.
Chennai is the capital of Tamilnadu, it was previously known as Madras. Chennai is regarded as the biggest cultural, economic and educational state in South India. Chennai is rich in culture, being home to around 20 Heritage sites and structures. The city occupies the third rank in the list of most sought after places in India, after Delhi and Mumbai.
Also known as Mamallapuram, is located in Kancheepuram. The city is recognized for its cultural and historic monuments. It is listed with UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Mahabalipuram is known for its ancient stone carved monuments which are designed with granite. This place will give you a glimpse of the primeval Dravidian architecture.
This wildlife sanctuary has its premises opening into 3 different states on 3 of its sides. This sanctuary is built at the borders of these three states Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. Madumalai is one of the diverse and dense wildlife sanctuaries of South India which enjoys rich biodiversity.
Velankanni is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. It is a holy place, but that doesnt hold Velankanni from providing its tourists with a number of eye-catchy tourist attractions. This place serves well to both, Pilgrims as well as tourists. This place has a variety of tourist attractions from churches to beach side. There are two suitable periods to visit the place; Jan-march, October- December.
Tamil Nadu is recommended as a must visit, at least once in your life time. Tamil Nadu is an attraction in itself because of the variety it has, to offer to its visitors. The confluence of the three seas, which you cannot find anywhere else, enhances the beauty of the place.
Tamil Nadu is a package, do not miss it.
