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The visual legacy of the culture of Tamil Nadu is among the most satisfying spectacles in India. Its numerous ancient temples with their characteristic gateway towers, hundred or thousand pillared pavilions and corridors, their spectacular array of sculptures, bronze images and stucco embellishments; its woodcraft and textile creativity; and the sublimity of its performing arts of dance, music and drama. Tamil Nadu is bounded on the north by the southern limb of the eastern ghats, on the west by the lofty backbone of the Sahyadrichain, and by the sea east and south. Religion is second nature to the Tamils, inextricably mingled with their daily life. The divinities in the Hindu pantheon are innumerable among whom, however, Shiva, Vishnu, Ganesha, Muruganand Durga stand out.
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Festivals Cape
Festival At Kanyakumari
October
Kanyakumari, also known as "Cape
Comorin" is located at the southern most tip of India, where the Bay of
Bengal, Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea meet. A dip in the ocean here is
considered holy, but the sea is rough here and not fit for bathing. This
is the only place in India, where the sunset and moonrise can be viewed
simultaneously on a full moon day. Chithirai Festival
The Chithirai festival is held in
Madurai temple, 500-km from Chennai. The festivity starts from the Tamil
month Chithirai (April-May) and ends on the tenth day. Dance Festival At
Mamallapuram
Globally renowned
"Mamallapuram Dance Festival" is organized by the Department of Tourism,
Government of Tamil Nadu
every year in Mamallapuram - the renowned and ancient 7th century center
for Pallava culture and arts. Pongal is a harvest
festival celebrated by Tamilians for four days. At Dakshinachitra, Pongal
is ritually prepared in the open air and served. Bullock cart rides and
folk performances are organized for the festival. Vasant Vizha,
festival of craft is celebrated in the month of February and provides a
special occasion to see the unique crafts of South
India. The Tamil New Year April 14 - 17 The first day of the
Tamil month of Chithirai is the New Year's Day for the Tamilians, also
called the "Chaitra Vishu". The ritual is offering of 9 grains to the sun
is organized. Karthigai Deepam is the oldest festival
of, which is also the most elaborate and the most important festival.
Karthigai Deepam falls in the Tamil month of Karthigai when the star
Krithigai is on the ascendant and usually occurs on a full moon day. This
festival is also called as "the Festival of Lights". Kavadi FestivalThe Kavadi festival is celebrated at all shrines of Lord Muruga. Dancing in a hypnotic trance to the rhythm of drums, devotees of Muruga carry the Kavadi all the way up the Palani hills to fulfill their vow. Ettukudi Kavadi Festival is a famous festival celebrated during the months of April-May. Devotees from places and villages around this temple come here with Kavadis, milk pots, coconuts, cocks and goats. This is a major crowd pulling festival where one can see the true Tamil culture in its habitat. Music And Dance Festival, Chennai
Music and Dance festival celebrated
during the latter half of December and early part of January is a cultural
extravaganza that has no parallel anywhere in the world. A unique feature
of this art festival is the fact that upcoming artistes also get a chance
to exhibit their talents to this city of music and dance lovers at large
along with the well-established artistes. It's a
celebration of the classical music and dance of South India, with songs in
all the main languages – Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. At each venue there's
usually a lecture and demonstration in the morning, followed by several
concerts, each lasting around three hours, in the afternoon and
evening. This festival falls in the month
'Panguni' (March-April). This month is special because of the star
'Uthiram' and 'Pournami' occurring together. Besides, it is on "Panguni
Pournami Uthiram" that the marriage of Parvati and Parameshwara, Muruga
and Devasena, and Andal (also known as 'Kothai') and Rangamannar (also
splet as Rangamannar) took place. PongalPongal is an
important festival of Tamil Nadu, which is celebrated to mark the
withdrawal of the Southeast monsoons as well as the reaping of the
harvest. It falls in the month Thai and is strictly a rural festival. The
festival is celebrated for four days. Thaipusam FestivalThaipusam is the
feast for the son of Shiva, Lord Subramanya. Celebrations of this festival
are carried out at almost all the temples of Lord Subramanya. This
festival is celebrated in the month of January/February. Velankanni Festival It is the site of the famous Roman Catholic Church of Our
Lady of Good Health and people of all religions flock to this church for
the celebrations. During the annual feast days, the Basilica and
Velankanni take a new life, and the vicinity is decorated even in its
farthest corners. Art and Handicraft Basketry
Known for its cane weaving and palm leaf
products, including trays, flower baskets, shopping bags, folding fans
etc. Toys and dolls are also produced from grass, bamboo and cane.
The Kora grass mats
produced in the village of Pattamadai in Tirunelveli are very famous. Kora
grass, which grows in abundance locally along the banks of the rivers in
marshy areas is the material used for making fine Pattamadai
mats. It is referred to
decorative artwork drawn on the floor in front of houses and in front of
deities in Puja rooms. Kolam is considered as an important form of
artistic expression in India. Undoubtedly, Kolam can be called a most
essential part of South Indian culture and it serves to embellish the
doorstep and make it look more inviting. Moreover, it is a symbol of good
fortune. Tanjore
Arts
Tamil Nadu is also famous for its traditional ornate paintings, known as Tanjore paintings. This unique art form has its origin from Tanjore in South India. The portrayal of figures in these paintings is breathtakingly brilliant. The early paintings were embedded with real diamonds, rubies and other precious stones. Presently, pure gold foils and semi precious stones are used to adorn the paintings. Basketry
Known for its cane weaving and palm leaf
products, including trays, flower baskets, shopping bags, folding fans
etc. Toys and dolls are also produced from grass, bamboo and cane.
The Kora grass mats
produced in the village of Pattamadai in Tirunelveli are very famous. Kora
grass, which grows in abundance locally along the banks of the rivers in
marshy areas is the material used for making fine Pattamadai
mats. It is referred to decorative artwork
drawn on the floor in front of houses and in front of deities in Puja
rooms. Kolam is considered as an important form of artistic expression in
India. Undoubtedly, Kolam can be called a most essential part of South
Indian culture and it serves to embellish the doorstep and make it look
more inviting. Moreover, it is a symbol of good fortune. Tanjore Arts
Tamil Nadu is also famous for its traditional ornate paintings, known as Tanjore paintings. This unique art form has its origin from Tanjore in South India. The portrayal of figures in these paintings is breathtakingly brilliant. The early paintings were embedded with real diamonds, rubies and other precious stones. Presently, pure gold foils and semi precious stones are used to adorn the paintings.
Places of interest Chennai (Madras) Situated on the east coast, Chennai is 4th
largest of the Indian city after Kolkata, Mumbai and Delhi. It is most
convenient entry point for people wishing to travel in Southern India.
Chennai city is aligned north to south along the coast, at
the northern tip of Tamil Nadu. It has spread far beyond its original site
in the north and west to encompass later colonial buildings, the coach
factory, cycle and other industries. The city, has number of rivers and
canals, like the Adyar River and the Cooum, along which are gardens and
facilities for boat rides. On Adyar river are some fine building, like the
Madras Club, Madras Boat Club, the Chettinad Palace and the Theosophical
Society buildings and gardens. Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu is also its principal harbor and has one of the finest beaches in Asia. It was founded at Fort St. George in 1640 A.D. by Francis Day of the East India Company. For the visitor wishing to explore southern India extensively, Chennai, is the most convenient point of entry. It has an international airport, a seaport and a rail and road network that links it to all major towns and cities of the region. General Information
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How to get there Air Chennai is directly linked by air to Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Goa, Bombay, Bhubaneshwar, Calcutta, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Port Blair, Madurai, Pune, Tirupati, Tiruchirapalli, Trivandrum, Puttaparthy, Vishakhapatnam and to Colombo, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore. Rail Chennai is connected by rail with Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bombay, Calcutta, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kodai Road, Lucknow, Madurai, Mangalore, Ooty ( via Mettupalayam ), Rameshwaram, Trichy, Tirupati Trivandrum and Varanasi. Road Chennai is connected by road with all the major towns in India. Some of the road-distances are Bombay 1329 Km, Bangalore 334 Km, Hyderabad 669 Km, Kanyakumari 693 Km, Madurai 461 Km, Mahabalipuram 60 Km, Pondicherry 162 Km, Rameshwaram 619 Km, Kanchipuram 71 Km, Tirupati 143 Km, Ooty 535 Km, Kodaikanal 498 Km, Trivandrum 709 Km, and Thanjavur 334 Km.
In and around Fort St. George Founded by the British East India Company in 1653. Its main entrance is from the east by the sea. At present it houses the offices of the Secretariat and the Legislative assembly. St. Mary's Church St. Mary's Church, is the most interesting. It is the earliest English building surviving intact in India and the oldest Anglican church in the east. Fort St. George Museum Fort St. George Museum contains some fascinating items belonging to the early days of the East India company and the colonial period. Coins, weapons, pictures and books form part of the interesting collection. The San Thome church The San Thome church on the main beach road is associated with the Apostle, St. Thomas. It is believed that he was martyred on what is called St Thoma's Mount in Chennai and that his remains were enshrined in this church. Kapaleshwara Temple Kapaleshwara Temple, an ancient Shiva temple, is the biggest temple in Chennai. A masterpiece of Dravidian architecture, there are some fragmentary inscription dating back to 1250 AD. The Theosophical Society The Theosophical Society has its headquarter on the banks of the Adyar river. It boasts a vast library of books on all religion, and in the gardens that lead up to the river and the sea is a sprawling banyan tree, said to be one of the largest in India. The Marina beach The Marina beach, almost 13 km long, is a wide sandy beach with a drive along it fringed with palm sand casuarinas, running along the whole length of Chennai. B.M. Birla Planetarium B.M. Birla Planetarium houses a modern, fully computerized projector, which depicts the heavens on a hemispherical dome.
Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) 55 km from Chennai, where there are almost 70 monuments, rock cut monoliths, displaying fine sculpture. These sculptures still bear testimony to the past splendor of south India. Mamallapuram, was the port city of the Pallavas in the 7th century A.D. today it is a fascinating archaeological site and a pleasant sea-resort. En route to Mahabalipuram lies Cholamandal Artists village 20 km from Chennai (Madras) and the Crocodile Farm. This bank breeds crocodiles in captivity in order to increase their number in the country. Here you can see these reptiles in their various stages.
In and around Five Rathas Five Rathas, rock cut monoliths named after the heroes of the Mahabharata epic. The other group at Mamallapuram are the cave temples of Mahishasuramardini the Olalkkanneswara (God of the flaming eye) and others. Near the seashore stands the twin temple unit which is particularly important for its place in the early structural temple building forms in south India. Shore Temple Right on the sea-shore this shrine is a fine fruit of the final phase of Pallava temple architecture at Mamallapuram. It is belived to be a late 17th century creation when Rajasimha was on the throne. This temple dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva is characterized by two pyramidal towers or spires crowned by octagonal domes, and surrounded by a band of carved out bulls. The Descent of Ganges Also known as Arjuna's Penance, this famous open air sculpture in high relief, covers the surface of a cliff measuring 27 meters by 9 meters. Between a natural fissure of the rock flows a cascade which represents the descent of the Ganges.
The golden city of thousand temples, lies 70 km from Chennai the capital of the Pallava and Cholas dynasty, is one of the serene sacred cities of India. These two powerful ruling dynasties gave the city its numerous temples and tanks. Kanchipuram today has as many as 150 active temples dedicated to various gods and goddesses. It is one of the seven holiest cities of India, and is well planned. The well preserved religious monuments speak eloquently of the rich Dravidian culture heritage. The South Indian temple architecture rose here to a great new height in the 7th and 8th centuries. Even today there are as many as 124 beautiful shrines.
In And Around Kailashnath Temple, (725 A.D.) and the Vaikuntaperumal Vishnu Temple, (750 A.D.)Kailashnath Temple, (725 A.D.) and the Vaikuntaperumal Vishnu Temple, (750 A.D.). both are built of sandstone and house some of the most elegant sculptures of Shiva, Natraja, Durgamounted on a lion and of Vishnu. Varadaraja Vishnu Temple, and Ekambareshwara Shiva Temple are large complexes, with mandapas, tanks and sculptured halls filled with devotees who still flock here. Sri Kamakshi Temple Dedicated to goddess Kamakshi (Parvati) in her seductress form, this is an imposing shrine. Here an annual car festival is held, in which the deity is taken out in a car to the town in a procession. It is held on the ninth lunar day in February-March and draws large crowds. Ekambareswara Temple Also dedicated to Shiva, it was originally built by the Pallavas and later improved upon and added to by the Cholas and the kings of Vijaynagar. Its massive gopurams (60 meters) and outer walls were constructed by Vijaynagar King Krishna Deva Raya in 1509 AD. It is a huge temple with five enclosures and a thousand pillared hall.
Thanjavur (Tanjore) Historically speaking, the next important area with beautiful temples is that of Thanjavur. This city is associated with the Chola dynasty who gained supreme power overlarge areas of South India and beyond to what in now Sri Lanka, Burma and regions further east. It was during this period (9th -13th centuries) that numerous arts such as architecture and sculpture received royal patronage and flourished. General information
How to get there Air Nearest airport Tiruchirapalli (54 Km) is connected with Cochin & Madras. Rail Thanjavur is directly connected by rail to Tiruchirapalli, Madurai, Madras and Chidambaram. Road Thanjavur is connected by regular bus services with Chidambaram (113 Km), Kanyakumari (394 Km), Kumbakonam (38 Km), Madras (310 Km), Madurai (159 Km), Pudukkotai (58 Km), Rameshwaram (222 Km), Tiruchirapalli (54 Km).
In and around Brihadeeswara Temple Brihadeeswara Temple, built by raja chola (985- 1014 A.D.), is the tallest ancient monument in India, rising to over 300 feet in 13 floors in astark pyramidal form, with the ground floor raisedin two levels. The city also has an interesting fortand palaces. The Archeological Museum and The Tanjore Art Gallery The Archeological Museum and theTanjore Art Gallery have some extraordinary examples of Chola bronze sculptures. The Palace, Sangeetha Mahal, Saraswati Mahal, Library, Raja Museum, Temple Museum, Schwarz Church. Velankani-95 Km, Point Calimere/Kodikarai-30 Km, Poompuhar-100 Km
Tiruchirapalli (Trichy) One of the most famous temples towns of South India, situated on the banks of river Cauvery, Tiruchirapalli provides a perfect blend of history, tradition and religion. Trichy's landscape is dominated by Rock-Fort. Once the citadeal of the Chola Kings, the fort has seen the passing of dynasties. Ruled in turn by the Pallavas and then the Pandyas, the present fort was built by the Nayak rulers of Madurai. General information
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How To Get There Air Trichy is directly connected by air to Cochin & Madras Rail Trichy is an important rail junction connected to Bangalore, Coimbatore, Cochin, Madras, Madurai, Quilon, Rameshwaram, Tuticorin, Tirunelveli. Road Trichy is connected by regular buses with Bangalore (345 Km), Coimbatore (203 Km), Tanjore (56 Km), Kumbakonma (95 Km), Madurai (142 Km), Ooty (302 Km), Madras (320 Km), Kanyakumari (384 Km), Chidambaram (162 Km) Rameshwaram (228 Km), Palani (135 Km) etc.
In and around Rock Fort and Temple This temple, towering over the old city and perched on 83 meter high massive rock formation, is the military and architectural marvel. 473 steps cut into the hill leads up to the fort and the temple Srirangam A temple town close by, is Trichy's main attraction. The 13th century temple complex with its 21 Gopu Rams is set on an island in the river Cavery. Dedicated to the Lord Ranganathaswami, the temple is noted for its beautiful sculpture Grand Anicut (Kallanai) An ancient dam built across the Cavery by Karikala Chola in 2nd AD was later strengthened from time to time. Viralimali A temple dedicated to Lord Subramanya is situated on a hillock. There is also a peacock sanctuary here. Sittannavasal This is the site of an ancient Jain monastery with fine fresco paintings in a cave. It is also noted for its pre-historic burial grounds.
Situated in southern Tamil Nadu is the second largest city in the state and an important cultural and commercial center. Located on the river Vaigai, it is a city with ancient past. It is over 2500 years old and was a seat of learning in the Sangam period. Legend has it that when the Pandyan King was about to name his new city, Lord Shiva appeared and drops of nectar falling from his locks gave the city its name - Madurapuri. Madurai passed on to the Cholas in the 10th century until the Pandyas regained it in the 12th century. Then it was ruled over by the Delhi Sultanate, Vijaynagar Kings and finally by the Nayakas in sucession till it came under the British possession in the end of 18th century. Madurai has always been a great center of Tamil culture, art and literacture. General information
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How to get there Air Madurai is well connected by air with Madras, Calicut and Bombay. Rail Madurai is Connected by rail via Madras with all the main places in India. Road Madurai is connected by good motorable roads to Madras (472 Km), Trichy (142 Km), Rameshwarm (139 Km), Kanyakumari (232 Km), Tirunelveli (151 Km), Kodaikanal (120 Km), Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary (136 Km), Palani (122 Km), Thanjavur (223 Km), Bangalore (446 Km)
In and around Meenakshi Temple The temple measuring 255 meters by 217 meters and punctuated by four gateways is itself a city within a city. Dedicated to Meenakshi Sundarama. The temple has an interesting museum located in its 1000-pillared hall. A set of musical pillars carved out of a single block of grenite that emit melodic notes when taped, splendid mandapas and a large temple tank are all part of the huge complex. Tirumalai Nayak Palace It was built in the Indo-Saracenic style by the Nayak rulers of Madurai in 1636 is worth visiting. Chidambaram Chidambaram is another important temple town on the route south towards Tanjore from Chennai. The temple is dedicated to the Cosmic Dancer, Shiva as Nataraja, and the site is said to be the venue of Shiva's legendary dance for his consort, Parvati
The sacred island town of Rameswaram, also known as the 'Varanasi of the South', situated at the extreme southeastern limit of the Indian Peninsula has one of India's most venerated temples. A fine example of South Indian architecture, the temple is renowned for its many pillared corridors, about 1220 meters in length. It is a great pilgrimage center and a culmination point in the quest for moksha both for the Shaivas and Vaishnavas. General information
How to get there Air Nearest airport Madurai (167 Km) is connected with Bombay, Calicut and Madras. Rail Rameshwaram is connected by rail directly to Madras, Madurai, Trichy and Coimbatore where Madras is connected with all the main places in India. Road Connected by regular bus services with Kanyakumari 320 Km, Karaikudi 149 Km, Madras 666 Km, Madurai 167 Km, Ramanathapuram 55 Km, Sivaganga 136 Km, Pudukottai 188 Km, Tanjore 248 Km, Tuticorin 180 Km, Tiruchendur 209 Km etc.
In and around Shri Ramnathswamy Temple Close to the sea on the eastern side of the island, is renowned for its magnificent corridors with massive sculptured pillars lining it. The corridor is the longest in India; it is 197 meter long and 133 meter wide. The temple ha s tower 38.4 meter high and was built by different rulers at different periods from the 12th century AD onwards. Agnitheertham The Ramanathaswami temple faces east. The Sea here, about hundred meters from the main entrance of the temple, is very calm. The water at this place is considered sacred and known as 'Agnitheertham'. Ervadi The tomb of Sultan Ibrahim Sayed Aulia who came from Arabia via Cannanor is about 800 years old. It is being visited by pilgrims from different states, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Singapore. The 'sandanakoodu' festival is in humor of this Muslim saint, which take place in December every year.
Kanyakumari (Cape Comorin) Kanyakumari is the southernmost point of peninsular India. It is the meeting point of three oceans - the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Besides its importance as a pilgrim center, it is famous for its beautiful views of sunrise, sunset and moonrise over the waters. Off shore are two huge rocks where Vivekananda, the disciple of Sri Ram Krishna Paramhansa once set in deep meditation for a long time before sailing to America. On one of the rock is the Vivekananda Rock Memorial with Swami's statue built in 1970. General information
How To Get There Air Nearest airport Trivandrum (80 Km) is directly connected with Bangalore, Bombay, Cochin, Delhi, Goa and Madras. Rail Kanyakumari is connected to Trivandrum, Delhi and Bombay by broad guage. Tirunelveli (80 Km) is the other nearest railway junction which can be reached by road via Nagaarcoil (19 Km). Road Connected by road to Trivandrum- 86 Km, Nagercoil- 19 Km, Tirunelveli- 91 Km, Tiruchendur via Ovari- 89 Km, Tuticorin (via Ovari- Tiruchendur)- 129 Km, Rameshwaram via Tuticorin- 300 Km, Courtallam (via Tiruncleveli- Tenkasi)- 130 Km, Madurai via Tirunelveli- 242 Km, Thekkady 358 Km, Kodaikanal via Madurai- 362 Km, Palani via Madurai- 370 Km, Ootacamund (via Madurai-Palanai-Coimbatore)- 576 Km, Cochin (via Quilon-Trivandrum)- 309 Km, Coimbatore (via Madurai-Dindugal)- 478 Km.
In and around Kanyakumari Temple Picturesquely located, overlooking the sea, it is dedicated to Parasakthi, the virgin goddesses. Vivekananda Memorial Is on a rocky island 200 m from the shoreline. There is a statue of Swami Vevekananda in the Mndapam and a ferry services take visitors to the island every half hour, the trip takes 5 min. Gandhi Memorial Where Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were kept fro public viewing. The building architecture is such that on 2nd Oct, his Birthday, the sun's raise fall directly on the platform in the memorial. Guganatha Swamy Temple A 1000-year-old temple, it is said to have been built by Raja Raja Chola. Udyagiri Udyagiri 34 km - this fort was built during the regime of King Marthanda Varma (1729 - 1758 AD.). it also had a foundry for casting guns. De Lennoy's tomb is in this fort. He was one of the 24th European prisoners taken by king Marthanda Varma in 1741 when he defeated the Dutch at Colachel. Padmanabhapuram Palace Padmanabhapuram Palace 45 km - This was the capital of Travancore until 1798 AD. There is a palace inside the fort, which covers an area of 6 acres. On display in the palace are many antiquities, including the armory of the royal family. Vattakottai Vattakottai 6 km - This 18th century fort over looking the sea is a fine picnic spot. The sea is calm and suitable for bathing.
Kodaikanal is 120 km from the bustling city of Madaurai and atleast tens and thousands of km from the mundane activity. That is perhaps, why those who visited this hill station have come back enchanted and enthralled. The wooded slopes of Kodaikanal are filled with surprises. Kurinji, a plant special to that region, turns the slopes in to a sea of purple, once in twelve years. The Kodai lake in star shape dominates this sleepy hill station. General information
How to get there Air Nearest airport Madurai (120 Km from Kodaikanal) is directly connected with Madras, which in turn, is connected with all of the important places in India. Rail The nearest railway station Kodaikanal Road (80 Km) is directly connected by rail with Madras, which in turn, is connected with all of the important places in India. Road Connected by road with Madras- 520 Km, Ooty- 264 Km, Trichy- 197 Km, Coimbatore- 175 Km, Kumili- 160 Km, Madurai- 120 Km, Kodai Road- 80 Km, Palani- 64 Km, Munnar- 90 Km, Periyar- 160 Km.
In and around Kodaikanal Lake This 24 hectare lake, is a focal point of Kodai. This lake was created in 1863 by Sir Vere Hendry Levinge, who was the collector of Madurai, retired and settled in Kodai. He constructed the bund to form a lake and stocked the lake with fish Coaker's Walk This hill-edge pathway identified by Er. Coaker, in 1872. Coaker walk runs along a steep slope on the southern side of Kodai. It offers some of the best views of the plains. Astrophysical Observatory Its elevation is 2343 m. It was founded in 1989. This observatory is the top most point in Kodai. Kurinji Andavar Temple Is a famous shrine dedicated to Lord Muruga. This temple is associated with the Kurunji flowers, which carpet at hillsides blooms once in twelve years. Also Kurunji means hill region in Tamil literature. Shenbaganur Museum This museum is maintained by the Sacredheart College - a theological seminary founded in 1895. It is devoted to the archaeological remains and flora and fauna of the hills. One of the best orchidoriums in the country with more then 300 species of orchards is also housed here. Kukkal Caves The caves show traces of earliest known inhabitants of the region - The leaf clothed "Paliyns".
Coimbatore city is the head quarters of the district and the third largest city in Tamil Nadu. As it is exposed to Palghat gap of Western Ghats, it enjoys a salubrious climate. It is a commercial city often called the "Manchester of South India". Apart from being a textile manufacturing center, is known also for its handloom products. General information
How to get there Air Coimbatore is connected with Madras, Bangalore & Bombay. Rail Coimbatore is connected by rail with all important places in South India. Road Coimbatore is connected by road with Bangalore 363 Km, Madras 526 Km, Madurai 226 Km, Palani 105 Km, Trichy 203 Km, Udhagamandalam ( Ooty or Ootaacamund ) 89 Km, Yercaud 190 Km etc.
In and around Perur Temple Built by Karikala Chola, situated from west of Coimbatore near river Noyyal. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The presiding deity of the temple is known as patteeswara and His Consort , Pachai Nayaki. The exquisite sculptures in the hall, Kanagasabi, attract one and all. Maruthamalai Temple Dedicated to lord Murugan, the presiding deity is known as Dandayuthapani. Forest College One of the oldest institutions of its kind in India. Anamalais Wildlife Sanctuary This sanctuary is situated at an altitude of 1,400m in the western ghats near Pollachi. The area of the sanctuary is 958 sq km. it has various kinds of fauna like elephant, gaur, tiger, panther, slotj bear, deer, wild boar etc. the Amaravathy reservoir in the Anamalais has a large number of crocodiles. Thirumoorthy temple It is situated at the foot of Thirumoorthy hills adjoining the Thirumoorthy Dam. A perennial stream flows by the side of the Sri Amalingeswara temple and the nearby there is a waterfalls. The crocodile farm at Amaravathi Dam is just 25 km from here.
Udhagamandalam (Ooty) Ootacamund, the queen of the hill stations of South India, is situated in the Nilgiris at an altitude of 2240 metres. One can see many profiles of nature, each with a distinctive grandeur. Ooty is nited for its extraordinary scenic beauty and salubrious climate amidst the "Nilgiris" or "Blue Mountains". This pleasant hill station overlooking rolling hills and lush green valleys originally belonged to the Todas, an aboriginal tribe which still lives in the Nilgiri hills. General information
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How to get there Air The nearest airport Coimbatore (89 Km) is connected with Bombay, Calicut, Madras and Madurai. Rail Ooty is connected by narrow guage train services with Mettupalayam which in turn connected through Madras & Coimbatore to major cities in India. Road Good motorable roads connect Ooty to Bombay- 1320 Km, Bangalore- 290 Km, Calicut- 178 Km, Coimbatore- 89 Km, Coonoor- 19 Km, Kotagiri- 29 Km, Madumalai- 64 Km, Madras- 535 Km, Mysore- 160 Km, Trivandrum- 498 Km, Tiruchirapally- 302 Km.
In and around Botanical Gardens It was established in 1848. the numureous of varities of ornamental trees and plants are attractions for all tourists. Dodabetta Peak The highest peak in the Nilgiri range, it offers a panoramic view of the hill ranges, plateaus and plains around Ooty. Kotagiri An oldest hill station, noted for its favourable climate and natural scenery. Ranga swamy rock and pillar, Kondanand view point, saint Catherine falls and Elk falls are worth seeing. Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary 64 km, Lying in the Nilgiri District abutting Kerala and Karnataka state, this is situated at an elevation of 1000m and extends over an area of 321 sq km. a variety of habitats ranging from tropical ever green forest, moist deciduous forest, moist teak forest, dry teak forest and swamps are found. The wildlife includes Elephant, gaur, tiger, panther, sambar, spotted deer, barking deer, mouse wil boar etc.
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