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Tourist Places in SRIVILLIPUTTUR (Tamil Nadu) – Kazhugu Malai
Kazhugu Malai:(2 kms.) A rock-cut temple on a small hillock has the shrines for Muruga and Vinayakar. The place is also called as Kazhagachalam. Continue reading
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Tourist Places in SRIVILLIPUTTUR (Tamil Nadu) – Vaidyanatha Swamy Temple
Vaidyanatha Swamy Temple: On the outskirts of Srivilliputtur town is a hoary shrine dedicated to Shiva popularly called Vaidyanatha. This temple too has a tall tower at the main entrance which is 45 metres high. The two huge towers at this town present a magnificent view to the visitors. Continue reading
Tourist Places in SRIVILLIPUTTUR (Tamil Nadu) – SRIVILLIPUTTUR (74 kms. – 74 kms. from Madurai)
This place is a pilgrim centre for the Srivaishnavas. It has an ancient temple for Vishnu in the reclining pose dedicated to Vatapathrashayi. The huge tower at the entrance is 64 metres high with eleven tiers beautifully sculptured. This temple qualifies for being called a Grand Temple since it has… Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) -Thonducombu Temple: 8 kms. from Dindigul
Thonducombu Temple: 8 kms. from Dindigul. A small village having an ancient temple dedicated to Soundararaja Perumal. Originally known as Talapuri or Talavanam due to the prevalence of Palmyra forest around. The temple looks like an old fortress with a few subsidiary shrines including one dedicated to Andal. It has… Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) -Dindigul Forts: 63 kms. from Madurai.
Dindigul Forts: 63 kms. from Madurai. Of all the forts in South India, no other fort has such colourful past dating back to three centuries as the Hill Fortress at Dindigul. It has survived the rise and fall of various Hindu and Muslim dynasties that held sway over this region… Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) – Tirukoshtiyur:(46 kms.)
Tirukoshtiyur:(46 kms.) A heritage Vaishnava temple and a centre of attraction for pilgrims and visitors. Though it is a Vaishnava temple, it has shrines for Shiva. Subramanya, Vinayaka and Devi. Tradition says that all the gods assembled here in a group Koshti to pray for Maha Vishnu. Thus, it acquired… Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) -Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary: (55 kms.)
Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary: (55 kms.) This is a well known spot for the bird watcher as it abounds in large number of migratory birds during the winter months. It is also an excellent place for picnic. Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) – Suruli Water Falls: (128 kms.)
Suruli Water Falls: (128 kms.) On the way to Periyar Wild life Sanctuary, the river Suruli takes a plunge at this place to form a beautiful cascade and present an enchanting view with the wooded surroundings. This is also a popular picnic spot. This is said to be the best… Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) – Vaigai Dam: (70 kms.)
Vaigai Dam: (70 kms.) This is a beautiful picnic spot on the way to Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary in Kerala. Below the dam a beautiful garden with many artificial fountains has been laid out which will be illuminated during weekends. Continue reading
Tourist Places in MADURAI (Tamil Nadu) – Annamalai Hills: (10 kms.)
Annamalai Hills: (10 kms.) This place has the ancient caves where the Jain monks lived in the olden days. There are a few inscriptions in Brahmi script and some idols of Jain Tirthankaras. Continue reading