About Place
Madurai is an energetic, ancient city on the Vaigai River in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Its skyline is dominated by the 14 colorful gopurams (gateway towers) of Meenakshi Amman Temple. Covered in bright carvings of Hindu gods, the Dravidian-style temple is a major pilgrimage site. Millions attend the processions and ceremonies of April's Chithirai Festival celebrating Meenakshi and Lord Vishnu.
Places To Visit
- Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple
- Shree Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Samanar Hills
- Pazhamudircholai Temple
- Goripalayam Dargah
- Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal
- Koodal Azhagar Temple
- Gandhi Memorial Museum
Activities
- Visit The Athisayam Water Amusement Park
- Jungle Safari
- Heritage Walk
Famous Food
- Paruthi paal
- Jigarthanda
- Panangkarkandu paal
- Appam
- Kuzhi paniyaram
- Paruthi
- Chaats
- Fish and Chips
- Gulab Jamuns
- Butter Chicken
- Tandoori Chicken
Things To Buy
- Sarees
- Veshtis
- Cotton fabrics
- Handicrafts
- Metallurgical articles
Shopping Area
- Hajee Moosa Fabrics Pvt. Ltd.
- Prithu Mandapam Market
Madurai Details
Best Time To Visit
Monsoon Period
Important Contact
- Police Control Room:
- 100
- Ambulance Service:
- 108
- Tourist Center:
- 044-25333444 / 25333333 / 25333857 / 25333850-54
