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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

India / Rajasthan /Bharatpur /Bharatpur

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is situated 60 km from Agra. During the season, cormorant, darter, spoonbill, egret, stork and black ibis are found in large numbers. In winters, migrant birds from as far as Siberia and Northern Europe collected here. Dabchicks, pheasant tailed jacanas, moorhens and coots find their natural surroundings here. The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that sees (or saw) thousands of rare and highly endangered birds such as the Siberian Crane come here during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. It is also a major tourist centre with scores of ornithologists arriving here in the hibernal season. It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a declared World Heritage Site. This 28.7 square kilometre mixed wetland, woodland, grass and scrub is home to 400 plus species of birds. Only 175 kms from New Delhi, Bharatpur is on the Agra – Jaipur road and a pleasant 3 hour drive from the capital. Keoladeo is both a Ramsar and World Heritage site. An average day can still throw up many rare and threatened species like the Sociable Lapwing, Indian Courser, Imperial, White-tailed, Greater and Indian Spotted Eagles, Darters, Black-necked, Painted and Asian Openbill Storks, Common, Sarus and Demoiselle Cranes, Dalmatian Pelicans, Black Bittern, Greater Painted Snipe, Large-tailed, Indian and Grey Nightjars, Dusky Eagle Owls, Marshall’s Iora, Siberian Rubythroat and Brook’s Leaf Warblers.

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Do Pal Restaurant ;  D-25, Opposite Bihari Ji Ka Mandir, Bharatpur Ho, Bharatpur. ; Ph/M –  (91)-5644-220509, +(91)-8094747474 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

BUS : State owned bus services are available from Agra, Fatepur Sikri, Japiur and many other cities in North India. Tourist service providers arrange deluxe buses from New Delhi, Jaipur (182 km) and Alwar (120 km). Tourist deluxe services will cost about Rs 3-4 per kilometer.

Train : Bharatpur being in the central railway zone, is well connected to Jaipur, Mumbai (Goldn Temple Ml), Ahmedabad (Af Adi Sf Exp), Delhi (Nizamuddin Exp) and other major cities of India.

Air : Nearest International Airport is Delhi, which is about 184 km away. Taxi from Bharatpur to Delhi costs about Rs 3,000. Delhi is well connected to all major cities in India and abroad. Agra’s Kheria Airport is the nearest domestic terminal, which is about 45 km away.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

N.A.

HelplineEdit

  • Control Room, Bharatpur – 05644, 100/222570.
  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

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Government Museum, Bharatpur
Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur
Lohagarh Fort, Bharatpur

Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

India /Uttar Pradesh /Agra /Agra

Sight Address : Mathura Delhi Highway, Near Runakata, Near Walter Wolrld-Dolfine, Arsena, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282007Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary that ignited the passions of Lord Krishna and Radha and inspired the famed poet Soordas to compose the “Bhakti Kavya” one of the finest pieces of devotional poetry ever written. A heaven for birds that come here in their multitudes from far and wide, Soor Sarovar was declared a Bird Sanctuary in 1991. Soor Sarovar bird sanctuary covers an area of 7.97 sq km. Within the sanctuary there is a large lake covering area of 2.25sq km with depth wearing from 4 meter to 8 meter. Soor Sarovar is today home to more than 165 species of migratory and resident birds. U.P. Forest Department has created woodlands and developed the shallow areas for waders around the lake making it a veritable haven for birds, proof of which lies in the increasing number of nesting sites and the number of species. Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary is listed as an important bird area (IBA) IN135 and is a proposed Ramsar site. Besides supporting numerous resident and migratory birds the sanctuary has around 300 pythons. Soor Sarovar has the biggest Bear Rescue centre for rescued dancing bears.

Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary

HistoryEdit

Keetham Lake, the scenic Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary is home to approximately 100 species of native and migratory birds, twelve species of mammals and 18 species of reptiles. Some of the major bird species found here include Siberian cranes, Brahminy ducks, Spoonbills, Saurus cranes, shovellers, Gadwalls and bar-headed geese. The UP Forest Department designated the whole area as a National Bird Sanctuary on 27 March 1991.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter is the best time to visit, days are cool and sunny and ideal for sight seeing.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hrs.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Maya Hotel & Restaurant – Agra ;  18/184, Purani Mandi Circle, Fatehabad Road, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place of Agra is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Local taxis are also available at a reasonable rate.

Bus : Bus services in Agra are provide by Agra Municipal Corporation. UP State Road Transport Corporation does run some air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned low-floor buses within Agra which run on specific routes including M G Road.

Train : Agra is a major railway junction and has several railway stations, with the Agra Cantonment Railway station being the main one. It can also be accessed from Keethan Railway Station. Indian Railways connects Agra with all major and minor cities in India. The hired taxi, tempo, cycle-rickshaw and auto-rickshaw will helps tourist to reach her. Prepaid autos and taxis from railway station are easily available.

Air : Agra’s Kheria Airport is located 8 km away from the heart of the city. It will cost about Rs 150 from airport to city by taxi. Agra is connected to Varanasi, Delhi and Khajuraho by air. For other cities, tourists need to take the flight to Delhi. After getting down at Kheria airport taxis and tongas are available at the airport to reach this destination.

Others : Travelling around the town of Agra can be done through a multitude of ways, including electric buses, Tongas, tempos, cycle rickshaws and auto rickshaws.
Cycle Rickshaw:
Cycle rickshaws are available aplenty in the town of Agra. Travelling through a cycle rickshaw can be quite time consuming, although this is a very cheap mode of travel with charges hovering around Rs 5 to 10.
Tonga:
Tongas are horse drawn carriages that run throughout the town. Tonga charges are very low too, and you can opt for a Tonga ride as it is faster than a cycle rickshaw ride. Charges will range around Rs 5 to 15.
Tempo :
Tempos are also available, and these are shared vehicles which can be more comfortable than buses for slightly elevated rates. Tempo rates will vary from Rs 5 to 10. These are a safe mode of travel and can be taken up during night time.

Things to CarryEdit

Carry drinking water, camera, sunglasses & a hat or shades for protection from the harsh Sun.

Safety / WarningEdit

During winters make sure to travel with proper woollen clothes as nights in Agra is pretty chilling during winter.Do not accept any type of food from strangers while travelling on trains and buses.

HelplineEdit

Police 100
Ambulance 102
Fire Brigade 101
Tourist Information & Assistance 1364.

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Taj Mahal
Agra Fort
Fatehpur Sikri

Madurai  Sightseeing

Madurai is a famous tourist sightseeing for all the visitors from all around the World. List of all Madurai sightseeing are as follows –

Thirumalai Nayak Palace

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Mariamman Teppakulam

Alagar Koil

Gandhi Museum

Koodal Azhagar Temple

Goripalayam Dargah

Adhisyam

Vaigai Dam

Pazhamudhir Solai

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara

Tirupparankundram Murugan Temple

Madurai City

Madurai

Goripalayam Dargah

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Goripalayam Dargah, is located on the northern bank of the River Vaigai, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Goripalayam Dargah was believed to be built by Thirumalai Nayak. The remarkable feature about the dargah is that it has two tombs along with a dome. The size of the dome is 70 ft in diameter and 20 ft in height. The dome is made of a single piece of stone. The entrance of the dargah holds an inscription in Tamil language. This inscription is considered as an evidence of the existence of dargah since the 13th century. Tourists and devotees throng this dargah during the annual Urs Festival, which is held on the 15th night of Islamic month of Rabi-al-awwal by the hijri calendar.

palayam Dargah, Madurai

palayam Dargah, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Goripalayam Dargah was built in 13th century and is the largest mosque in Madurai. The dargah encompasses graves of two Muslim saints and rulers of Madurai. The saints, Hazrat Sulthan Alauddin Badusha (Radiyallah) and Hazrat Sulthan Shamsuddin Badusha (Radiyallah), belonged to Oman.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara, near Periyar Bus Stand, 1 Km From Madurai Railway Junction, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara was constructed in 13th century by Hazrat Kazi Syed Tajuddin, who came from Oman. He had received this piece of land from Pandya king, Kulasekara Pandya. The mosque is popularly known as Periya Pallivasal, meaning the Big Mosque, which can accommodate around 2,500 people. The Maqbara, which is the dargah of descendants of Prophet Muhammad, is located within the premises of the mosque. Just about 1 km away from the Meenakshi Amman Temple, this mosque is an evidence of the rich cultural and religious fabric of Madurai.

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara, Madurai

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Kazimar Big Mosque and Maqbara is the oldest and most important mosque in Madurai city. When Hazrat Kazi Syed Tajuddin, a descendant of Prophet Muhammad, came to Madurai from Oman in the 13th Century, he received this land from the the-then Pandya ruler of the city, Kulasekra Kun Pandiyan. He then established this mosque, which has since become and institution and carried on by members of his family. The mosque also houses the Maqbara (or resting place) of the Madurai Hazrats, namely Hazrat Meer Ahamad Ibrahim, Hazrat Meer Amjad Ibrahim and Hazrat Syed Abdus Salaam Ibrahim Rahmatullahi Alaihim, who are all believed to be descendants of Prophet Muhammad. The surrounding area continues to play home to descendants of Hazrat Kazi Syed Tajuddin, who have lived in the Kazimar district of Madurai for the past 700 years. The head of this mosque is appointed as a Kazi to the Government of Tamil Nadu. All Syeds and their descendants belong to the Sunni sect of Islam.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

Gallery


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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church Madurai

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church East Veli Street, 2 Km From Madurai Railway Station, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

St. Mary’s Cathedral, is an architectural marvel which is a blend of various forms of European and continental style. It is located near to the Tirumala Nayak Mahal, in the old Koyavar Palayam Road. Founded in 1840, the church dedicated to Viagulamatha, was originally known as Viagulamatha Koil. St. Mary’s Church was raised to the status of a pro-Cathedral and the Bishop’s throne was installed. The church was elevated to the status of Cathedral on 1969. The notable feature of the church is the two tall elegant bell towers constructed in Roman style which is at a height of 42 meters.

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church Madurai, Madurai

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church Madurai, Madurai

HistoryEdit

St. Mary’s Cathedral Church is one of the oldest Roman Catholic churches in India. It attracts lots of tourists owing to its European and Continental style architecture. The church encompasses bell towers which are Roman in style and are 42 m high. Furthermore, it was found in the year 1840 and dedicated to Viagulamatha, who was known as Viagulamatha Koil. The church was rebuilt again in 1916 and in 1938 the bishop’s throne was installed. The church was elevated to the status of cathedral in 1969.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

Gallery


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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

Pazhamudhir Solai

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Pazhamudhir Solai, located near Alagar Koil Temple, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Pazhamudhir Solai, also known as Pazhamudhircholai, is one of these 6 holy abodes of the lord and is thus is an imprtant location on a pilgrim’s map. Located in a densely wooded area, the place is rich in fruits and herbs, believed to be a boon from Murugan’s wife, Valli, who is also believed to have lived here. The temple has a beautiful entrance, or gopuram, and an intricately carved vimana over the shrine of Lord Murugan. It also houses separate shrines of Lord Ganesha as well as Lord Murugan’s consorts, Goddess Valli and Goddess Deivayanai. The temple is quite famous in local folklore and Tamil legends and finds mention in the famous piece of Tamil literature, Sillapattikaram. Head here for an experience of the divine while you’re surrounded by the natural beauty and bounty of greenery amond the hills.

Pazhamudhir Solai, Madurai

Pazhamudhir Solai, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Pazhamudhir Solai is a temple situated close to the Alagar Koil temple. Located on the hills, this temple is dedicated to Lord Subramanya. The temple is also considered as one of the six abodes of the lord. Devotees visit this temple in large number as in the evening the deity is carried on the golden chariot daily. Pilgrims also take a dip in the natural spring called Nuburagangai.The temple houses sculptures of deity carved in wood and marble. One of the highlights of the temple is the giant steps.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

5:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Surya Roof Top Veg. Restaurant ;  Hotel Supreme, 110, W Perumal Maistry St, Madurai ; Ph/M –  0452 234 3151 ; Food Serve –  Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

Gallery


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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

Vaigai Dam

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Periyakulam, Theni, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Vaigai Dam is built across the Vaigai River near Andipatti, in the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, southern India. It provides water for irrigation for the Madurai district and the Dindigul district as well as drinking water to Madurai and Andipatti. Near the dam, the Government of Tamil Nadu has constructed an Agricultural Research Station for researching the growing of a variety of crops, including rice, sorghum, blackgram, cowpea and cotton.Vagai River at Andipatti, this massive dam is a sight to behold. It is the central source of drinking and irrigation water for Madurai and hence of great strategic and political importance. This popular leisure spot beautifully illuminated on weekends, offers a breath-taking sight. It is also become a popular picnic spot, especially for group excursions. The area surrounding the dam is rich in vegetation, with lush greenery spread across its sprawling acres. Though the area lacks any official amenities for a proper picnic, you can always plan a laid back afternoon here.

Vaigai Dam, Madurai

Vaigai Dam, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Vaigai Dam, an ultimate picnic spot built across the Vaigai River near Andipatti village in Theni district, is around 70km from Madurai on the way to Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Thekkadi. It provides drinking water facility to the whole of Madurai and Andipatti region.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Thai Restaurant ;  Lake View Rd, Sathamangalam, Madurai. ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Food Serve –  Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

Gallery


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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

Mariamman Teppakulam

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

2 km from the Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mariamman Teppakulam is the temple pond associated with the Vandiyur Mariamman Temple (teppakulam literally means temple pond in Tamil). A beautiful complex with 12 granite steps each on all 4 sides, with a man-made island in its centre which is home to the Vigneshwara Temple. It is believed that while Thirumalai Nayak was building his palace in Madurai, he dug up this area for bricks. He then converted this enormous pit into a 16-acre lake, fed by water from the Vaigai river through an indigenous and innovative system of underground channels. While digging for bricks, an idol of Lord Ganesha (Vigneshwara) was unearthed, which now remains enshrined in the Vigneshwara temple on the island. The pond/lake is one of the largest of its kind in South India and it one of the most spectacular sights of Madurai, especially when it is full to its brim. Every year, the place is witness to the colourful festival of Teppoothsavam (or float festival). It occurs in the month of “Thai”, according to the Tamil calendar, which falls in the month of January or February. On the full moon night, the idols of Meenakshi Amman and her consort, Sundareshwar, are brought out in colourful floats, while devotes tug the ropes of the float to take them around the lake. This festival dates back to Thirumalai Nayak’s reign, where he celebrated this festival as a part of his birthday festivities. The entire lake comes alive with lights and colours and is one of the most vibrant times to be in Madurai.

Mariamman Teppakulam, Madurai

Mariamman Teppakulam, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Mariamman Teppakulam is a huge square tank is located 5 km east of the Meenakshi Temple, which covers an area of 16 acres. The pond is believed to have been built in th 17th century by the Nayak ruler Thirumalai Nayak. This tank is The centre of the tank holds an idol of Lord Vinayaka or Vigneshwara, which is installed on a platform. According to legend, the place was found when the earth was dug to make bricks for constructing Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal. The place was converted into a tank and was dedicated to lord Ganesha. This tank serves as the site of annual Teppakulam Float Festival, which is celebrated in the months of January and February. Furthermore, it is one of the major tourist attractions as it is the largest temple tank in Tamil Nadu. It is said that the lake get its water from River Vaigai.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Thai Restaurant ;  Lake View Rd, Sathamangalam, Madurai. ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Food Serve –  Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

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Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam

Adhisyam

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Adhisyam Water Amusement Park 8 kms away from Madurai city in Madurai to Dindigul Highway, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Adhisyam is an amusement theme park is located on a 70 acres (280,000 m2) site and features about 40 games and 20 water rides. The park is popular for its water rides, recreating the experience of Courtalam waterfalls.

Adhisyam, Madurai

Adhisyam, Madurai

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

10:00 am to 6:30 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

Oct – Mar

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Entry fees for the adults in Adhisayam theme park is, Rs 400.
The fees for using the locker facility is Rs.15.
Pedal couple/family boating-Rs. 25.
Machine group boating- Rs. 50.
20 minutes ride on electrical Dashing cars- Rs. 20 per person.
15 Rs will be collected for parking the car at the entrance of Adhisayam theme park.
Minimum cast for the lunch at Adhisayam theme park is Rs.30 per person.

Kids Rs. : Rs. 250. The fees for using the locker facility is Rs.15.
Pedal couple/family boating-Rs. 25.
Machine group boating- Rs. 50.
20 minutes ride on electrical Dashing cars- Rs. 20 per person.
15 Rs will be collected for parking the car at the entrance of Adhisayam theme park.
Minimum cast for the lunch at Adhisayam theme park is Rs.30 per person.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Entry fees for the adults in Adhisayam theme park is, Rs 400.
The fees for using the locker facility is Rs.15.
Pedal couple/family boating-Rs. 25.
Machine group boating- Rs. 50.
20 minutes ride on electrical Dashing cars- Rs. 20 per person.
15 Rs will be collected for parking the car at the entrance of Adhisayam theme park.
Minimum cast for the lunch at Adhisayam theme park is Rs.30 per person.

Kids Rs. : s. 250. The fees for using the locker facility is Rs.15.
Pedal couple/family boating-Rs. 25.
Machine group boating- Rs. 50.
20 minutes ride on electrical Dashing cars- Rs. 20 per person.
15 Rs will be collected for parking the car at the entrance of Adhisayam theme park.
Minimum cast for the lunch at Adhisayam theme park is Rs.30 per person.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : N.A Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • JB Restaurant ;  Kochi-Madurai-Tondi Point Hwy, Tamil Nadu 625019 ‎ ; Ph/M –  099655 98503 ; Food Serve –  Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Public transportation in Madhrai consists of local taxis. And one can also a car or a taxi.

Bus : Many private operators are providing deluxe AC and non-AC luxury coach buses from Madurai to many cities in the South India, including Chennai (Rs 500), Trivandrum (Rs 400), Coimbatore (Rs 350), Trichy (Rs 300), Bangalore (Rs 500) etc. Tamil Nadu State Road Transport Corporation buses connect Madurai with other local cities in and around. Super fast buses of TSRTC runs between Madurai and Chennai.

Train : Madurai has its own railway station which connect the city to every part of the country. Direct train services from Delhi (Thirukkural Exp), Kolkata (Kannyakumari Ex), Chennai (Vaigai Exp) and Bangalore (Tuticorin Exp) are available.

Air : Madurai Airport is located about 10 km from the heart of the city. Taxi charges about Rs 150 to cover this distance. Madurai is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and many other cities by air and the tickets are moderately priced. Chennai is the nearest international airport, which is connected to most of the Indian cities and international destinations.

Others : Auto rickshaws in Madurai do not run on meter and a fare should be negotiated beforehand. Day time travel will cost you around Rs 10 per kilometer and night fares are Rs 15 per kilometer. These are easily accessible, present in all major locations.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Fire : 101
  • Ambulance : 102

Gallery


View All Sight of Madurai... Click Here

Thirumalai Nayak Palace
Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
Mariamman Teppakulam