Madurai

Madurai is famous as the temple city and is almost synonymous with the famed Meenakshi Temple. Located on the banks of River Vaigai, Madurai is the second largest city in Tamil Nadu.Besides displaying its cultural legacy; Madurai has also emerged as a commercial hub, being a well-known producer of textiles and exporter of jasmine flowers.

One of the oldest towns in South India is the abode of goddess Meenakshi, the consort of Lord Sundereswarar (Shiva). Legend has it, that when a Pandya king founded the town of Madurai some thousands of years ago, Lord Shiva was present. Moreover, the nectar falling off his hair gave the town its name of Madurai or city of nectar. Kerala Hotels

The city was the home of such illustrious institutions as the 'Sangam', which revived and nurtured great works of Tamil poets and artists.

Tourist Attractions in Madurai :

  • Meenakshi Temple: The Meenakshi-Sundareswarar temple has long been the focus of both Indian and international tourist attraction as well as one of the most important places of Hindu pilgrimage.

  • Mariamman Teppakulam: he tank has an idol of Vinayaka or Vigneshwara installed on a platform in the centre. It is also the site of the temple's annual Teppakulam float festival.

  • Tirumalai Nayak Mahal: This Indo-Saracenic building was constructed in 1523 and was originally four times as large as it is today.

  • The Gandhi Museum: Housed in the old palace of the Rani Mangammal, the Gandhi Museum provides a historical account of India's struggle for independence.

  • Thirupparankunram: The temple has a wide range of Hindu gods carved on the walls.

  • Azhagar Koil: Azhagar Koil (also, Alagarkoil temple), 21 km north of Madurai, is dedicated to one aspect of Lord Vishnu.

  • Koodal Alagar Temple: The temple has many beautiful sculptures depicting Vishnu in three poses-sitting, standing and reclining-one above the other.

Hotels in Madurai :

  • Hotel Germanus: Rooms are clean and comfortable, with friendly attentive service at a value conscious price, combining international standards of efficiency with the traditional Indian hospitality.

  • Royal Court: Warm hospitality, exquisite cuisine refreshing and comfortable stay. Royal court is there to cater to all your needs.

  • Hotel M. R. International: This hotel is preferred by maximum visitors because of the hospitality and comfort provided by them. Top Indian Destinations