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Tamilnadu/Tamil Nadu travel guide takes you on a
traveling/travelling tour of Tamilnadu state in India.
Tamilnadu Travel
 Chennai
'Gateway to the South' and the fourth largest metropolitan town in India, Chennai is also known as Madras. Sporting 17-km stretch of the Coramandel coast, the waterways of Cooum and Adyar
How to Reach | Chennai Sightseeing |
Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram became the capital of Pallava rulers after Kanchipuram. 58 km from Madras, the tiny seaside village on the shores of Bay of Bengal is world-famous for its shore temples.
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Coimbatore
'The Textile Capital Of South India', Coimbatore is situated in the shadow of the Western Ghats on the banks of the River Noyyal. It is one of the most industrialized cities in the state.
How to Reach | Tourist Attractions |
Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari, the southernmost tip of India, presents a confluence of the three great seas of Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. The regular coastline protrudes out into the sea at Cape Comorin.
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Kanchipuram
Kancheepuram or Conjeevaram is situated on the banks of River Vegavati. While Kalidasa referred to the city as the best among the cities (Nagareshu Kanchi) in his works,
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Rameshwaram
Varanasi of the South, Rameshwaram is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage centres in India, second only to Varanasi itself. However, a pilgrimage to Varanasi too is not considered complete without
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Madurai
The lotus-shaped city built around Meenakshi Temple, Madurai is the oldest and second largest city of Tamil Nadu. Once the capital of Pandyan rulers till 14th century,
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Ooty
The Queen of Hill Stations, Udhagamandalam or Ooty is situated at an altitude of 2290 m above sea level. Just 105 km away from Coimbatore, it is situated in the lap of the Nilgiri ranges.
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Kodaikanal
Situated in the folds of the Pali hills, Kodakanal is a popular and quiet hill station with forested slopes, prodigious rocks, attractive waterfalls and a lovely lake.
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Trichy
Trichy or Tiruchi was one of the main centers of the 18th century wars of Carnatic between the British and the French for supremacy in India. Situated on the banks of the River
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Thanjavur
A centre of classical arts and music, of exquisite handicrafts and bronze statues, Thanjavur or Tanjore derives its name from Tanjan-an asura, a demon who was killed by Sri Anandavalli Amman and an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Sri Neelamegapperumal. However, his last wish of naming the city after him was granted. The seat of Chola empire from 10th to 14th centuries
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Tamil Nadu is famous for its rich culture and tradition. The capital of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is the fourth largest city of India and is often referred to as 'The Gateway to the South India'. The Manchester of the South, Coimbatore is one of the most industrialized cities in the state and also the Textile Capital of South India. Courtallam is famous for its season and waterfalls. Cuddalore or Kuttalur is an ancient seaport and features Cuddalore Port, Kattu Mannargudi and Tiruppapuliyur. Poompuhar is an archaeologist's delight. The three industries of matches, fireworks and printing have gained repute in Sivakasi while Salem is well known for cotton and silk handloom weaving. Tirunelveli's Shiva Temple and paddy fields present amiable surroundings. Trichy is famous for artificial diamonds, cigars, handloom cloth, glass bangles, wooden and clay toys and is a thriving commercial center.
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