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Nadu-
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Introduction :
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One of the oldest cities in South Asia, Madurai,
on the banks of the River Vaigai, has been an important centre of worship
and commerce for as long as there has been civilization in South India -
indeed, it has long been described as "the Athens of the East". The
highpoint of visits to temple cities is Madurai. It is famous for its
Meenakshi Temple. It had also been the political capital of the Pandyan and
the Nayakan dynasties. The illustrious past of the city can still be
witnessed in the architectural splendor of the temples and the palaces. |
| Area |
46.99 sq. km |
| Temperature |
Summer : Max 37.5 ºC, Min 36.3
ºC.
Winter : Max 21.6 ºC, Min 20.9 ºC |
| Language |
Tamil and English |
| STD Code |
0452 |
| Rainfall |
721.7 mm |
| Best Time to Visit |
October to March |
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How to get there :
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Air : Madurai has its own airport and there are
flights, which connect the city with Chennai, Tiruchirappalli. The airline
services have at least one flight daily from Madurai to Chennai. From there one
can take flight to anywhere in India.
Road : There are good motorable roads, which connect this, second largest city
of Tamil Nadu with other parts of the state as well as other places in India.
Madurai has five bus stands, which cater to the needs of the people.
Rail : Madurai has one of the major railway junctions of South India. It is
connected with the all the major tourist as well as religious places in Tamil
Nadu. |
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Places to Visit : |
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Meenakshi Temple |
Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam |
Thirumalai Nayak |
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Tamukkam Palace |
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Excursion : |
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Rameshwaram |
Kodaikanal |
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Accommodations : |
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Taj Garden Retreat |
Madura Park Inn |
Hotel Sangam |
B.W. Germanus |
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