Tamil Nadu is a southern state of India which is bounded by two oceans i.e. Bay of Bengal in east and Indian Ocean in south; it is bounded by Indian state Kerala in west and Andhra Pradesh in north. Tamil Nadu state has large number of various kinds of destinations to satisfy all type of tourists.

You can enjoy famous hill stations like Oaty, Yercaud, Kolukkumalai, Yelagiri, Coonoor, Javadi Hill, Kotagiri, Kolli Hills, Kalrayan hills etc, famous beaches like Covelong, Marina, Mahabalipuram, Rameshwaram, Auro, Elliot and Kanyakumari etc, famous lakes like like Chembarambakkam Lake, Ambattur Lake, Chilika lake Kaliveli Lake, Red Hills Lake, Kolavai Lake, Pulicat Lake, Sholavaram Lake, Singanallur Lake, Veeranam Lake, Valankulam Lake etc, famous trekking sites like Kolli hills (Chennai), Doddabetta Peak (Oaty), Perumal Peak(Kodaikanal), Thalaiyar Falls(Kodaikanal), Palani hills (Kodaikanal), Sawamimalai hils (Yelagiri), Kotagiri trek, Canopi hills, Anaimalai hills trek, Gingee Fort (Thiruvannamalai) etc, famous wildlife sanctuaries like Mudumalai National Park, Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary, Karikili Bird Sanctuary, and Anamalai Tiger Reserve etc. There are many famous pilgrimage centers for Hindus, Christians & Muslims. Some famous temples are Meenakshi Temple (Madurai), Rameshwaram Temple (Rameshwaram), Kumari Amman Temple (Kanyakumari), Naganthaswamy Temple (Poompuhar), Brihadeeswarar Temple (Thanjavur), Kapaleeshwarar (Chennai), Natraja Temple (Chidambaram), Arunachaleswarar Temple (Thiruvanamalai), Ekambareswara Temple (Kanchipuram), Mahabalipuram Shore Temple (Mahabalipuram), some famous Churches are Christ the King Church, Holy Trinity Church, Armenian Church, Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, San Thome Cathedral Basilica, St. Mary’s Cathedral Church, Our Lady of Ransom Church, La Saleth Church, Our Lady of Snows Basilica, Karamalai Annai Velankanni Church, some famous mosques are Triplicane Big Mosque (also called Wallajah Mosque),Thousands Lights Mosque, nagore Dargah, Mastnath Saheb Dargah, Jama Masjid.

Tamil Nadu is full of ancient dravidian style temples which gives the glimpse of the Cholas, the Cheras , Pandyas and Pallavas dynasties rule in this area.

There are also large number of museums giving the glimpse of history of this are from Pallavas, Cholas, Cheras , Pandyas, Chalukyas, Pandyas to Bahamani Sultanate, Vijayanagar Kingdom and then it collapsed in the battle of Talikota in 1564 to Muslims, further glimpse that how the Portuguese, the Dutch, the French and the English came established their ‘ factories’ to control the trade and gradually British’s settled and established ‘the old Madras Presidency’ which is present Tamil Nadu. There are also many museums giving glimpse of freedom fighters & battle of independence, modern development of India and heroes of India like Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam (Former President and Great Scientist of India). There four international airports as at Chennai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirapalli and Madurai and three domestic airport as at Salem, Tuticorin and Puducherry in Tamil Nadu state of India.

Famous tourist destinations in Tamil Nadu state of India are as under:

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India :

Chennai city, previously known as Madras, is the capital od Tamil Nadu state of India and district headquarter of Chennai district of this state. This coastal city houses the to Fort St. George or White town as first English fortress settlement in the country of East India Company, this building is a museum now. Chennai is must visit place to experience Tamil culture, to see ancient temples and old Churches built by Europeans, having longest beach of Asia and other historical evidences. This metropolitan city has its own international airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Chennai are:

St. George Fort and Museum (This heritage site is witness of establishment of British rule & 1^st office of Madras Bank), Marina Beach (This famous tourist attraction is one of the longest beaches), Elliot’s Beach (This famous tourist attraction is one of cleanest beach), Kapaleshwarar Temple (Ancient temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva) , Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanam (Ancient temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Sri Bhaktha Anjaneyaswami Temple (dedicated to Lord Hannuman & located at Nanganallur), Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple (built in 1962 & dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Thousand Lights Mosque (beautiful shrine of Shia Community), Ramkrishna Temple (dedicated to famous saint Ramakrishna Paramhansa), Sri Parthasarathy Temple (A dravidian architecture built during the Pallava Dynasty), San Thome Cathedral (Holy shrine of Christianity having 180 feet tall spire) ,Vivekananda House and Museum (Swami Vivekananda stayed here for some time after returned from USA), Government Museum (Housing objects related to empires of Cholas, Chalukyas, Hoysalas and Pallavas), Guindy National Park and Snake Park etc.

Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India :

Kanchipuram, known as Kanchi or the city of thousand temples, is the headquarter of Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu state of India. The Kailasanathar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, built during Pallava-era, is a large Complex having 1000 pillars halls. This oldest monument in this city is center of attraction for tourists not only from India but from all over the world along with a famous pilgrimage center for Hindus. There are also other ancient temples and this city is also famous for Silk Saris made in this area. This city having attraction for all types of tourist is about 75 Kms from Chennai international airport, has own railway station and well connected by roadways from Chennai, Madurai & Coimbatore.

Famous attractions in and around Kanchipuram are:

Kailasnatha Temple (Must visit ancient temple dedicated to lord Kailashnathar a form of Lord Shiva), Varadharaja Perumal Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu built during Vijaynagar Empire is famous for its 1000 pillared hall known as Kalyanamandapam), Kamakshi Amman temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi and associated with Adi sankaracharya), Sri Ekambareswar Temple ( Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Prithvilingam considered a form of Lord Shiva), Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham (Ancient Hindu monastic institution dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi), Shri Ulagalandar Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s Vamana avatar having huge statue of Lord), Vaikuntha Perumal Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu built by Pallava King Nandivarman), Chitragupta Swami Temple {Ancient temple dedicated to Chitragupta (chief accountant of Lord Yama) built during the Chola Dynasty}, Thennangur Panduranga Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu built in architecture resembling to the Lord Jagannath Temple in Puri), Devarajaswami Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Varadaraja, a form of Lord Vishnu, built during the Vijaynagar Empire), Kachapeshwarar Temple, Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, Alamparai Fort (built during mugal era), Vedanthangal bird sanctuary.

Kanyakumari,Tamil Nadu, India :

Kanyakumari , the headquarter of Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu state, is a coastal town at southern tip of India and is the meeting point of three seas (Indian Ocean, arabian Sea & Bay of Bangal) surrounding the India. This town is famous destination for tourists due to Vivekananda Rock Memorial, famous pilgrimage site of Hindus as Bagavathi Amman Temple, Our Lady of Ransom Church, sunrise and sunset points and beaches. This city having attraction for all types of tourist is about 70 Kms from Thiruvananthapuram international airport (Kerala) and has own railway station connected with main trains.

Famous attractions in and around Kanyakumari are:

Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Bhagavathy Amman temple (ancient most respected temple dedicated to dedicated to Goddess Devi Kanyakumari), Thiruvalluvar statue (huge statue of Tamil poet) , Kanyakumari Beach, Padmanabhapuram Palace (16th century beautiful architecture at the foothills of the Veli Hills), Thanumalayan Temple ( ancient temple in dravidian style of architecture), Sunset View Point (must visit place of awesome experience), Bhagavathy Amman temple (ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kanyakumari), Vattakotai Fort ( coastal fort built by during Travancore Kingdom in 18^th century), Thirparappu Falls (at 65 kms from city), Our Lady of the Ransom Church (religious shrine of Christians), Gandhi Memorial, Mathur Aqueduct, Kanyakumari Wax Museum, Sothavilai Beach, Sanguthurai Beach, Courtallam Falls (at 125 Kms from city), Adi Keshava Perumal Temple (Dravidian style ancient temple), Kanyakumari’s Jain temple (rock-cut sculptures of the Jain Tirthankaras), Tsunami Monument, Vattakottai Beach , Thengapattinam Beach, Observation Tower.

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India :

Kodaikanal located in Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu state of India is famous hill station at about 2000 meters above sea levels which is an area of granite rocks, green valleys, waterfalls, lake, & scenic hills. This hill station is about 80 Kms from Madurai international airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Kodaikanal are:

Kodaikanal Lake (a popular destination in Tamil Nadu), Upper Lake View Point (this point gives the view of Kodaikanal Lake), Chettiar Park { rare species of flowers & Kurunji flowers (once blooming in 12 years) are attractions} , Silent Valley View Point (wonderful place to view natural and scenic mountains at morning & evening ), Moir point (main view point named after a European engineer Sir Thomas Moir ), Mannavanur Lake (a cool & peaceful water body), Berijam lake ( surrounded by forest & source of water supply to nearby area) , Coaker’s Walk (a man made walking area for evening walk), Bear Shola Falls , Fairy Falls, Astrophysical Observatory (an amazing place for astrophysics fans and tourists, which is the part of Indian Institute of Astrophysics), Pine Forest, Pillar Rocks (natural strange sight of rocks in hills), Kurinji Andavar temple {dedicated to Kurinji Avtar(Lord Murugan) and linked with Kurinji flowers that bloom once in 12 years}, Poombarai Village View point (offers charming views of the surrounding panorama & village is famous for garlic production), Bryant Park ( a beautiful botanical garden), Guna Caves, Shembaganur Museum of Natural History ( collections of belongings to the Palayiar tribes), La Saleth Church, Vattakanal Falls (located in dense forests), Christ the King Church , Subrahmanya Temple (at about 65 Kms on scenic location).

Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India :

Madurai, the headquarter of Madurai district of Tamil Nadu state, is an ancient city which is must visit destination due to famous Meenakshi temple Complex. Madurai has its own airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Kodaikanal are:

Sri Meenakshi Temple {This about 2500 years old ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi (an avatar of Goddess Parvati) built in Dravidian architecture, once included in the ‘ Seven Wonders of the World’, is a vast & must visit complex}, Pazhamudhir Solai Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Murugan at about 20 kms near natural spring is popular shrine of area), Aayiram Kaal Mandapam (with in Meenakshi Temple),Sri Ramana Mandiram (very close to the Meenakshi temple),ISKCON Madurai Temple, Koodal Azhagar Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Lord Vishnu, built during the Vijaynagar Empire), Alagarkoil Temple and shrine (Ancient temple at the top of a hill at about 20 Kms in the ruins a Fort believed to be built during the Pandya Kingdom), Gandhi Sangrahalaya (Collections of belonging of Mahatma Gandhi & housed in 17th century Tamukkam Palace of Nayak Dynasty), Tirupparankunram (Ancient temple of rock cut & Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Murugan), Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal (This historical sites built in Italian architect during Nayak Dynasty is the amalgamation of Dravidian and European architecture), St. Mary’s Cathedral Church (This Church built in Roman style of architecture is main religious shrine) , Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam (This is a tank in 16 acres, built during Nayak Dynasty, used for devotional festivals), Kalamegaperumal Temple (About 2000 years old ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is located in Melur ), Idaikuttur Church (located on Madurai to Rameshwarm highway at about 40Kms), Puthu Mandapam (Shopping complex of city built during Nayak Dynasty), Samanar Hills in Keelakuyilkudi village (A historical site preserved by ASI at about 12 Kms), Villacherry Pottery Village.

Ooty,Tamil Nadu, India :

Ooty known as ‘Queen of hill stations’ located in Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu state of India is famous hill station at about 2400 meters above sea levels, its nearby other hill stations are ‘Coonoor’ and ‘kotagiri’. This hill station is about 90 Kms from Coimbatore international airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Ooty are:

Nilgiri Mountain Railways (a narrow-gauge railway journey on line through tunnels and bridges of UNESCO World Heritage Site is an wonderful experience), Shooting Point (Beautiful green field surrounded by trees has been much liked by film directors), Doddabetta peak (highest point of Nilgiri mountains), Ketty Valley View (A valley offering eye-catching views also called as mini Switzerland) , Pykara Falls (a wonderful sight for adventure hunters and nature fans), Rose Garden ( an orchard in 10 acres), Thunder World (also called Dinosaur Park, houses the models of many species of Dinosaurs), Botanical Garden (Garden in 22 acres maintained by Horticulture Department), Ooty Lake ( a popular lake in 65 acres with boating facilities), Upper Bhavani Lake (located in the deep forests of Nilgiri mountains), Emerald Lake ( at 20 Kms in the Silent Valley National Park), Avalanche Lake (a camping site near Oaty), Pykara Lake (at Pykara Dam with boat house, rest house & restaurant facility) , St. Stephen’s Church (main religious shrine in Ooty) , Sanctuary Avalanche (A wildlife reserve in the Nilgiri Mountains with some trekking opportunities), Murugan Temple (located at Elk Hill & providing the amazing views of surrounding), Mudumalai National Park (Tiger reserve bounded by Karnataka & Kerala state), Thread Garden (an artificial garden where flowers and plants are woven by threads without the use of needles), Cairn Hills (liked for its good resorts facilities), Elk Hills (Famous for its hotels and resorts with good facilities).

Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India :

Chidambaram town is located on the bank of velar river in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu state of India. The ancient Nataraj Temple temple complex is its center of attraction. Mangrove forest surrounding this town makes it place to enjoy nature with spirituality. Chidambaram town has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli at about 200 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Chidambaram are:

Thillai Nataraja Temple (a huge ancient temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva), Thillai kali Amman Temple (an ancient famous temple within the Thillai Nataraja Temple complex), Tirunallurpperumanam Temple (This ancient temple having 2 prikarams is a wonderful engineering and main tourist attraction in city), Tiruvetkalam Temple (another ancient temple located in the area of Annamalai University & inscriptions since Nayaka dynasty period), Pichavaram Mangrove Forest (a wood forest in about 110 hectares with vast varieties of trees, birds, prawns, crabs ,turtles, others etc along the Bay of Bangal), Pichavaram Backwaters (to get wonderful experience of going through forests in a boat), Annamalai University (a renowned university of India founded in 1929).

Courtallam, Tamil Nadu, India :

Courtallam, also known as ‘the Spa of South’ due medicinal value of its waterfalls, is located in the Western Ghats is the part of Tenkasi District of Tamil Nadu state of India. The nearest airport is Tuticorin at about 100 Kms and nearest railway stations are Deboard at about 6 Kms & Sengottai at about 10 kms.

Famous attractions in and around Courtallam are:

Courtallam Waterfalls (five falls at one place) , old Courtallam Waterfalls (main attraction), Palaruvi Waterfalls (means stream of milk), Kumbhavurutty Waterfall, Agathiyar Waterfalls, Chitra Sabhai Temple, Folk Arts Site Museum, Tiger Falls(Puli Aruvi), Manjolai Estate Hill Station (famous for aromatic tea gardens in hills), Karaiyar dam, Courtallam Eco Park ( biggest Eco Park in Tamil Nadu in 37 acres), Gundar Dam, Adavi Nainar Dam, Thirumalai Kovil ( temple dedicated to Lord Murugan), Kasi viswanathar temple (This 14^th century ancient temple is the tallest shrine of Tamil Nadu which is carved by Parakrama Pandyan) , Nellaiappar Temple (This ancient temple built by King Rama Pandian in 7th Century is dedicated to Lord Shiva), Tiruchendur Temple and Beach (This ancient temple dedicated to Lord Murugan is must visit site), Krishnapuram temple(This ancient temple of dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the ten days festival on Vaikunta Ekadasi during December-January is the beautiful time to visit), Thenmala Eco Tourism Center(The activities available are adventure park, musical dancing fountain, children’s park, butterfly safari trekking, boating, , mountaineering, night camping etc), Manimuthar Dam and Waterfalls.

Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India :

Dharmapuri, the headquarter of Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu state, is major producers of mango. The nearest airport and railway station is Bengaluru (Karnataka state ) at about 140 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Dharmapuri are:

Hogenakkal Falls (This popular waterfall located in Melagiri Hills, also called as Niagara of India, provides an eye-catching view), Subramanya Shiva Memoria (a memorial dedicated to a well-known freedom fighter, Subramanya Shiva) , Theerthamalai Temple (ancient temple of 7^th century located on hill & dedicated to Lord Shiva), Kottai Kovil (also called Mallikarjuneswara Temple is another ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, its architecture known as ‘hanging pillar’ is its main attraction), Chenraya Perumal Temple (This ancient temple is holy shrine built in Tulavu dynasty), Adiyamankottai village (Located at about 8 Kms is famous for its ancient reverted Kalavairavar Temple).

Erode, Tamil Nadu, India :

Erode city known as ‘Loom City” or “Textile City” is the headquarter of Erode district of Tamil Nadu state of India and is major producers of Turmeric & Textile products. Tourist attractions in this district are ancient Hindu & Jain Temple, churches and wildlife sanctuaries. The nearest airport and railway station is Coimbatore at about 100 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Erode are:

Vellode Bird Sanctuary (Famous for migrated birds and attraction of bird watchers), Government Museum, Thindal Murugan Temple, Chennimalai Murugan Temple (ancient temple on the top of hill built during Chola dynasty), Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve, Sri Peria Mariamman Temple (ancient temple built during Chola dynasty dedicated to Mariamman, a form of Goddess Durga), Sri Kongalamman Temple, Brough Church, Arudra Kabalishwarar Temple, Jain Temple, Bannari Amman temple, Bhavanisagar Dam.

Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu, India :

Krishnagiri city is the headquarter of Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu state of India and is famous for mangoes cultivation and granite industry. Krishnagiri is the amalgamation of two words ‘Krishna’ means ‘black’ and ‘giri’ means ‘hill’. The nearest airport is Bengaluru (Karnataka state) at about 90 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Krishnagiri are:

Shree Parshwa Padmavathi Shaktipeet Tirth Dham (dedicated to Parshawanath Bhagwan at bout 7 Kms ), Sri Kattu Veera Anjaneya Temple (a temple dedicated to Lord Hannuman), Venugopala Swami Temple (temple dedicated to Lord Krishana), Government Museum, Rajaji Memorial (Chakravarthy Rajagopalchari), Arulmigu Maragathambigai Chandra Choodeswara Temple (famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva), Hanumanthathirtham (a temple dedicated to Lord Hannuman), Krishnagiri Reservoir Dam (KRP Dam), Krishnagiri Fort (16^th century fort of Vijaynagar Empire), Rayakottah Fort (ruins of fort are witness of historic battles ).

Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India :

Mamallapuram, also known as Mahabalipuram town located on a strip of land between the Bay of Bengal and the Great Salt Lake is in the Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu state of India. This town is famous for temples and monuments built during Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 8th centuries. This city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Chennai at about 55 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Mamallapuram are:

Shore Temple, Descent of the Ganges (a monument), Monuments at Mahabalipuram (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Arjuna’s Penance (a monument), Pancha Rathas (a monument), Seashell Museum, Krishna’s Butter Ball, Varaha Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Krishna Mandapam, Pancha Pandava Caves (a monument), Mahishasuramardini Cave temple, Ganesh Ratha Temple, Trimurti Cave (a religious shrine), Tiger Caves temple, Wide Beach, Sri Sthala Sayanaperumal Temple, Mahabalipuram Beach, Sculpture Museum, Maritime Heritage Museum, Lighthouse Heritage Museum, Raya Gopuram (a monument).

Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, India :

Nagapattinam city is the headquarter of Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu state of India and is famous for Kayarohanaswami Temple and Soundararajaperumal Temple which are ancient Hindu pilgrimage sites along with other temples in this district. Nagapattinam has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Trichy or Tiruchirapalli at about 150 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Nagapattinam are:

Kayarohana Swami and Neelayadakshi Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva), Soundararaja Perumal Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Nagore Dargah (tomb of the Sufi Saint Nagore Shahul Hamid ), Vaitheeswaran Kovil Shrine (dedicated to Lord Shiva & considered the God of Healing), Sikkal Singaravelar Temple (dedicated to Lord Muruga), Mayuranathaswamy Temple (major Hindu religious shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva), Kodikkarai Wildlife Sanctuary, Nataraja of Konerirajapuram, Poompuhar Beach, Ettukudi Murugan Temple, Akshyalingaswamy Temple (dedicated to Lord Shiva), Sri Rajagopalaswami temple (considered as South Dwarka), Sri Agneeswaraswami Temple (a form of Lord Shiva), Silappathikaram (a Tamil epic) Art Gallery, Kayarohanaswamy Temple (a form of Lord Shiva), Sri Gomuktheeswarar Temple (also known as Masilamaniswara Temple is excellent Dravidian style architecture).

Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu, India :

Pudukkottai city is the headquarter of Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu state of India and is famous for its natural resources and sea binds found here along with ancient temples located at Chitthannavasal, Kudumiyanmalai and Avudayarkovli. Pudukkottai has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Trichy or Tiruchirapalli at about 75 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Pudukkottai are:

Sittanavasal caves (Jain’s rock-cut monastery), Brahadambal Temple (fusion of Jain and Dravidian architecture), Avudairyarkoil temple (50 Kms away dedicated to Lord Shiva), Thirumayam Fort (famous sightseeing destination at shoer distance).

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India :

Coimbatore city is the headquarter of Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu state of India and is famous for its Dravidian-style Arulmigu Subramaniyaswami Temple. Coimbatore is famous industrial area of state for automobile, textile, spares, engineering goods etc. Coimbatorehas its own airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Coimbatore are:

Dhyanalinga temple (dedicated to meditation by complete silence & dedicated to Lord Shiva), Marudamalai temple (dedicated to Lord Murugan), Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple (Dravidian style, dedicated to Lord Shiva), Statue of Adiyogi Shiva ( about 34 meter tall & 25 meter long), Brookfields Mall ( shopping complex), Eachanari Vinayagar Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha), Codissia Trade Fair Complex, Kovai Kutralam Falls, Black Thunder Theme Park, Gedee Car Museum (must visit site), Vellingiri Mountains (also known as the ‘Saptagiri’ has spiritual significance), Vellingiri Temple (dedicated to lord Shiva at the foothills of Vellingiri Mountains), Monkey Falls (about 65 Kms away), Thirumalai Temple (dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Masaniamman Temple (Popular Hindu Shrine dedicated to Goddess Masani Amma, a form of Shakti), Coimbatore ISKCON Temple, G.D. Naidu Industrial Exhibition Centre (Technical material and equipment), Mundhi Vinayagur Temple (dedicated to Lord Ganesha), Sri Nag Sai Temple (dedicated to Shirdi Sri Sai Baba), Fun Republic Mall (shopping center), Sree Ayyappan Temple, Parambikkulam Wildlife Sanctuary.

Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India :

Namakkal city is the headquarter of Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Namakkal district is famous for Namakkal anjaneyar temple and Namagiri amman temple. Coimbatore city is called as ‘ Egg City ‘ due to big production of Eggs in this area. The famous Tamil Poet Namakkal Kavingnar Ramalingam Pillai, the famous Tamil Poet, was born in this district. Namakkal city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Trichy or Tiruchirapalli at about 55 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Namakkal are:

Anjaneya Temple (dedicated to Lord Hanuman ji), Namakkal Narasimha temple (dedicated to Naramsimha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu), Ettukai Amman temple (situated in Koli Mallai valleys of Koli Hiils), Seeku Parai Viewpoint (on Koli hills to see the beautiful mountain ranges and valleys), Agaya Gangai Falls (Koli hills), Arapaleeshwar Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lor Shiva), Selur View Point (on Koli hills).

Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India :

Cuddalore city is the headquarter of Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Cuddalore district is famous for its ancient temples mostly dedicated to Lord Shiva & Lord Vaishnava and sightseeing places. Cuddalore city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Trichy or Tiruchirapalli at about 190 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Cuddalore are:

Pataleeswarar Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva), Devanathaswamy Temple at Thiruvanthipuram village (honored as Thiruvendipuram Kovil is one of the 108 ancient Vaishnava temples), Veeratteswarar Temple at Thiruvathigai Village ( it is a complex which houses many temples and 108 poses of Bharatnatyam are emblazoned here ), Sri Valli Devashena Shiva Subramanya Swamy Temple (dedicated to Lord Murugan and Goddess Valli), Bhuvaraha Swami Temple ( ancient temple of Varaha avatar of Lord Vishnu), Sri Mangalapureeswarar (Chopuranathar) Temple (at village Tiruchopuram dedicated to Lord Shiva), Sudarkozhunthutheesar Temple, Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple at Singirikudi (As per myth Singirikudi is the place where Prahlada worshipped Lord Narasimha), Pichavaram Village(scenic site in the lap of nature), Silver Beach, Veeranam Lake (creation of Chola Dynasty).

Theni, Tamil Nadu, India :

Theni city is the headquarters of Theni district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Theni is a valley town surrounded by hills and rivers is famous for its sightseeing places and production of garlic, cardamom, chilli, grapes, bananas, mango etc. Theni city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Madurai at about 80 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Theni are:

Andippatti village (natural beauty & a major battlefield during the Second World War), Viagai dam on Vaigai River (adjacent beautiful garden is picnic spot), Periyakulam (Mango City of Theni district), Arulmigu Balasubramanya Temple ( ancient temple dedicated to Lord Subramanyam or Murugan), Kumbakkarai Falls ( on the foothills of the Kodaikanal Hills), Sothuparaii Dam, Mannavanur Lake, Anayirankal Dam Reservoir, Kolukkumalai Tea Estate, Berijam Lake, Chinna Suruli Falls, Meghamalai, Vaigai Dam, Shanmuganathi Dam.

Salem, Tamil Nadu, India :

Salem city located on Thirumanimuthar River is the headquarters of Salem district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Salem city is famous for its sightseeing places, ancient Sugavaneswarar Temple & Gopurams(towers), colonial-era Christ Church, Jamiya Masjid & Salem Steel Plant. The famous hill station Yercaud also located in this district at about 30 Kms from Salem city. Salem city has its own airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Salem are:

Sugavaneswarar Temple or Lingam Temple (dedicated to Lord Shiva having 1008 Shiva Lingams ), Bathrakaliamman Temple ( dedicated to Bhadrakali Amman, an avatar of Goddess Kali ), Kottai Mariamman Temple ( dedicated to Goddess Kottai Mariamman, a form of Shakti), Siddhar Temple ( located at the foothills of the Kanja Malai Hills it is out of 18 Tamil Siddha Temples), ISKCON Temple of Salem, Kailasnathar Temple ( ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is the reproduction of Meenakshi Amman Temple at Madurai), Sri Ramar Temple ( dedicated to Lord Rama), Sankagiri Fort ( built by Vijaynagar Empire in 15^th centaury), Yercaud (ahill station), Mettur Dam on Kaveri River (Stanley Reservoir is formed behind the dam).

Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India :

Tiruvannamalai city is the headquarters of Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Tiruvannamalai city is spiritual hub due to ancient temples and the Karthigai Deepam festival. Tiruvannamalai city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Pondicherry at about 90 kms.

Famous attractions in and around Thiruvannamalai are:

Arunachaleshwar or Annamalaiyar Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in about 25 Acres), Sri Seshadri Swamigal Ashram (You can meditate here), Yogi Ram Surathkumar Ashram also known as Visiri Samiyar Ashram (you can get teaching of Vedas here), Sri Ramana Ashram(You can meditate here), Sathanur Dam (Picnic destination), Padaveedu village (Historical importance at about 35 Kms), Javadu Hills area ( at about 75 Kms , Javadu hills, Komutteri Lake, Beema Falls, Komutteri Lake, Amirthi Forest & Kavalur Observatory).

Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu, India :

Thiruvarur city is the headquarters of Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Thiruvarur, a pilgrimage destination, is famous for its Thyagaraja temple.Thiruvarur city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Trichy or Tiruchirapalli at about 120 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Thiruvarur are :

Thyagaraja Temple (Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in 30 Acres & having 96 feet tall chariot of 360 tonnes), Maha Saraswathi Temple, Srivanchiyam Vanchinathaswamy Temple {it is said that here self-manifested (svayambhu) Shivalingam is oldest of world and idol of Yam Dharanraj is also worshiped here}, Vaduvur Bird sanctuary (you can witness birds migrated from North America and Europe during winter season).

Poompuhar, Tamil Nadu, India :

Poompuhar town, once remained the capital of Chola Kings, located in Mayiladuthurai district of Tamil Nadu state of India. This ancient city, once known as Kaveri Poompattinam ancient port city, is famous for its beach and monuments. Its nearest airport is Tiruchy at about 150 Kms & Madurai at about 2080 Kms and nearest railway station is Nagapattinam at about 60 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Poompuhar are :

Silapaddikaram Art Gallery (dedicated to a Tamil epic), Elanchi or the Ilanji Mandram (a site related to an epic), Kotra Pandal (a site related to an epic ), Poompuhar beach, Zion Church (Dutch style of architecture built in 1701).

Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India :

Vellore city is the headquarters of Vellore district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Vellore is known by its 16^th century Vellore Fort of granite walls and is leather hub of India. Vellore has its own railway station and nearest airport is Tirupati international airport (Andhara Pardesh) at about 130 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Vellore are :

Vellore Fort ( built during Vijayanagara Empire in 16^th Century also houses temple, mosque & church), Sri Lakshmi Golden Temple (wonder of modern architectural as Gold coated). Vainu Bappu Observatory (Built in about 100 acres and telescope here is largest of Asia), Yelagiri hill Station, Amirthi Zoological Park, Science Park, Government Museum, Delhi Gate (historical site as entrance a Fort), Ratnagiri Temple ( dedicated to Lord Murugan), Roman Catholic Diocese (Christian pilgrimage site).

Yercaud, Tamil Nadu, India :

Yercaud located in the Servarayan range of hills in the Salem district of Tamil Nadu state of India is famous hill station at about 1500 meters above sea levels.These hills are famous for cultivations coffee, fruit and spices. This hill station is about 50 Kms from Salem international airport and about 32 Kms from Salem railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Yercaud are:

Yercaud Lake (a picnic spot), Deer Park ( a site near Yercaud Lake ), Arthur Seat (a point to see the view of whole town its sites), Anna Park (a picnic spot), Pagoda Point also called Pyramid Point (sightseeing place), Orchidarium (site for nature lovers), Kiliyur falls (a waterfall & trekking site), Lady’s Seat ( a point to see surroundings of Town), Bears Cave.

Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu, India :

Sivaganga or Sivgangai city is the headquarters of Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Sivaganga is known by its 16^th century Sivgangai Fort. This district of agricultural activities and having mineral deposits is also known for metal working and weaving. Sivgangai city has its own railway station and is about 45 Kms from Madurai airport. Famous attractions in and around Sivaganga are: Sivgangai Fort, Pattammangalam Guru Temple (Colorful temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva), Madapurram Kali Temple ( an ancient dedicated to Goddess Bathra Kali), Mutumariamman Temple at Thyamangalam (dedicated to Goddess Amman), Kollangudi Kali temple also known as Vettudaya Kali Temple (as per myth Goddess Kali skilled the evil Chandasura here), Nattarasankottai Kannathal Temple also called Kannudayanaki Amman Temple (Dravidian architecture & famous religious center of Hindus), Sorna Kaleeeswarar Temple, Venkatamudayan Perumal Temple, Vettangudi Bird sanctuary, Karpaga Vinayagar Temple ( Ancient rock cut temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha), Kundrakkudi Murugan Temple (also known as Shanmugunathar Temple it is dedicated to Lord Murugan and located on a hill), Chettiar Mansion ( a palace of historical attraction).

Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India :

Tiruchirappalli city also called Tiruchi or Trichy is the headquarters of Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu state of India. This district having numerous ancient temples and monuments is famous among pilgrimage tourists and history lovers. Tiruchirappalli has its own international airport and railway station.

Famous attractions in and around Tiruchirappalli are:

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple (ancient temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Vishnu in a big area on Srirangam Island between Kaveri and Kollidam rivers ), Erumbeeswarar Temple ( ancient temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva on hill built in Chola dynasty), Kallanai Dam (an ancient contraction built during Chola dynasty & also a picnic spot), Jambukeshwara Temple (ancient temple of Dravidian architecture dedicated to Lord Shiva built in Chola dynasty), Pachamalai Hills (a beautiful hill station at about 90 Kms), Vayalur Murugan Temple (ancient temple of Dravidian architecture built in Chola dynasty), Railway museum, Rockfort Temple (this heritage site is said to be oldest in world ), Puliyancholai Falls.

Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, India :

Rameswaram town is located on Pamban Island in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu state of India. This town is a must visit place for Hindus due to famous Rameshwaram Temple which is one of Char Dhams and one of 12 Jyotirlingas. It is said that pilgrimage visit to Varanasi (Vishwanath Jyotirlingas) remains incomplete without visit to Rameswaram Jyotirlingas. Rameswaram has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Madurai at about 175 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Rameswaram are:

Rameshwaram Temple (Famous Hindu pilgrimage center as one of Char Dhams and one of 12 Jyotirlingas ), Agniteertham (it is a sea beach in fort of Rameshwaram Temple where devotees take bath before entering temple complex), Ram Setu (also called Adam’s Bridge, as per myth this is a bridge constructed by Lord Rama hero of Ramayana a Hindu epic with the help of monkeys), Gandhamadhana Parvatham (Lord Hanumman took his flight from this hill to reach Lanka as per myth in Ramayana epic and also mention in Kalidasa’s Kumarsambhava), Villoondi Tirtham (it is one of 64 holy sites where devotees take dip to get free from their sins), Hanuman Temple, Dhanushkodi Beach, Ariyaman Beach, House of former President, APJ Abdul Kalam’s House, Burial place of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, Pamban Bridge (a century old engineering marvel), Annai Indira Gandhi Road Bridge.

Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, India :

Virudhunagar city, previously called Virudhupatti, is the headquarters of Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Virudhunagar city has its own railway station and is about 55 Kms from Madurai airport.

Famous attractions in and around Virudhunagar are:

Aruppukkottai (Situated at about 20 Kms having small industries and cultivation of jasmine flowers), Grizzled Squirrel Sanctuary, Mariamman Temple (at Irukkankudi about 35 Kms), Pilavakkal Dam ( a picnic spot at about 55 kms), Kamaraj House (Memorial of former Chief Minister ), Andal Temple ( located at Srivilliputhur at about 45 Kms & dedicated to Lord Vishnu).

Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India :

Tiruneveli city, also known as Nellai, is the headquarters of Tiruneveli district of Tamil Nadu state of India is famous for its ancient temples and waterfalls. Tiruneveli city has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Tuticorin airport in Thoothuudi district at about 40 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Tiruneveli are:

Kanthimathi & Nellaiyappar Temple (This is a twin temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Siva where sound is produced from its pillars), Krishnapuram Temple ( an ancient Dravidian style architecture at about 10 Kms dedicated to Lord Vishnu), Kutralam (Located in Western Ghats is famous for its waterfalls ), Thoothukudi (This port city at about 50 Kms is famous for pearl fishing), Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary, Panchalankuruchi (This is historical village was home of freedom fighter Veerapandia Kattabomman wher a memorial fort is made). Kalakadu Wildlife Sanctuary, Sankaranarayanan Kovil town (houses an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva & Lord Vishnu), Papanasam ( a picnic spot at about 60Kms).

Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India :

Thoothukudi city, located on the Coast of the Bay of Bengal, is the headquarters of Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Thoothukudi is famous for its pretty beaches, pearl fishing & salt production and is a pilgrimage destination for Hindus and Christians both. Sh. V.O. Chidambaranar, a freedom fighter, started the Swadeshi shipping company from here during British rule. This must visit, Thoothukudi city, has its own railway station and its nearest airport is Tuticorin at about 35 kms.

Famous attractions in and around Thoothukudi are:

Sankara Rameswarar Temple (dedicated to Lord Shiva), Hare Island (a picnic spot), Roche Park ( a picnic spot), Church of Our Lady of Snows, Kazhugumalai ( located at about 120 Kms, famous for ancient Jain Caves), Kulasekarapattinam Mutharamman Temple (at about 20 Kms famous for Dussehra celebration).

Velankanni, Tamil Nadu, India :

Velankanni, a small town located on the Coast of the Bay of Bengal, is located in the Nagapattinam distict of Tamil Nadu state of India. Velankanni is a pilgrimage center of Christens due to Church of Mother Mary located here and is also famous for its delicate handlooms and silk. The nearest railway station is Nagapattinam at about 12 Kms and nearest airport is Truchirappalli at about 160 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Velankanni are:

Velankanni Beach, Church of Mother Mary, Velankanni Church, Shopping (handlooms and silk items).

Thanjavur. Tamil Nadu, India :

Thanjavur city is the headquarters of Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu state of India. Thanjavur is famous for ancient temples od Chola dynasty era, some of which are UNESCO World Heritage Monuments. The nearest airport and railway station to this must visit Thanjavur city is Trichy at about 60 Kms.

Famous attractions in and around Thanjavur are:

Brihadeshwara Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Chola dynasty era ), Gangaikonda Cholapuram (This ancient town was capital of Chola Dynasty & famous for ruins of the ancient city), Swmai Malai temple (dedicated to Lord Murugan), Thirunallar Temple (dedicated to Lord Shani), Alangudi Temple (ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva), Serfoji Sarasvati Mahal Library (This one of the oldest libraries in Asia was started in 16^th Century and now it is a Library Museum), Punnainallur Mariamman Koil, Thanjavur Royal Palace (houses the ancient o Saraswathi Mahal Library having palm-leaf manuscripts and an Art Gallery having bronze statues), Thiruvalanchuzhi village (famous for ancient Swetha Vinayagar Temple), Thirumananjeri Temple (ancient temple and as per myth Lord Shiva and Parvathi got married here), Kal Garuda Temple (Devotees visit here to got blessings of Lord Vishnu & Goddess Laxmi), Ramaswamy Temple (dedicated to Lord Rama). Tamil University Museum (displaying coins, folk objects, musical instruments etc),

Tourist Places/Sites in Tamil Nadu state of India