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Tamil Nadu is an ideal state in South India, for someone interested in the various temples and palaces the state has on offer. With beautiful ancient temple architecture, known as the Dravidian style, these temples are a sight to behold. Dotted with churches and museums, this Tamil Nadu itinerary takes you through some of the most famous temples, museums, caves and ends at Kanyakumari – another gem where Arabian sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian ocean meet and where one can see both the sunrise and the sunset.
Highlights
- Visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Chennai
- Visit to famous Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
- Witness one of the largest south Indian Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple
- Explore Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry
Itinerary
Day 01: Chennai
Day 02: Chennai
Day 03: Chennai – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram
Start your day with a visit to Koyambedu, flowers and vegetables market and drive to Mahabalipuram visiting Kanchipuram en-route. Rest of the day is free to relax at the beach.
Day 04: Mahabalipuram
Day 05: Mahabalipuram – Puducherry
Drive to Pondicherry and check in at the hotel. Visit Aurbindo ashram and Pondicherry Museum, French quarters and French war memorial.
Day 06: Puducherry – Chidabaram – Thanjavur
Puducherry – Chidabaram – Thanjavur (180 kms/3-4 hrs)
Post breakfast, set out for Thanjavur. Halt at Chidabaram which is a small town. Upon arrival at Thanjavur, check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free.
Day 07: Thanjavur
Day 08: Thanjavur – Madurai
Day 09: Madurai – Kanyakumari
After breakfast, drive to Kanyakumari and check-in at the hotel. Spend the evening capturing splendid views at Kanyakumari beach.
Day 10: Kanyakumari – Thiruvananthapuram
After breakfast; visit Vivekanand Rock Memorial which is situated on a small island. Later drive to Thiruvananthapuram airport to board the departure flight home, visiting Padmanabhapuram Palace, en-route (if time allows).
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