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Koodal Azhagar Temple

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Koodal Azhagar Temple, Near Main Bus Stop, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Koodal Azhagar Koil is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It thus one of the 108 divyadesams (or holy abodes) of the deity and hence sees a large number of devotees offer their prayers here. Like most temples here, the vimana over the main shrine has beautiful scenes intricately carved over it in different, colourful shades. The temple is built in three levels, which each level flauting a different pose of Lord Vishnu. The first level as Lord Vishnu as Alagar (in a seated position), the second has him in his reclining avatar as Shri Ranganatha and the top most level has him stading as Sri Surya Narayana Perumal.Lord Vishnu is believed to be the brother of Meenakshi Amman, and just a procession of his idol is carried out in a chariot during the month of April/May, where it joins the Chitra Festival and the marriage of Meenakshi to Sundareshwar.

Koodal Azhagar Temple, Madurai

Koodal Azhagar Temple, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Koodal is often believed to be another name for Madurai and ‘alagar’ in Tamil translates as beautiful. A temple dedicated to the city of Madurai itself, it upholds the beauty that abounds.The central deity of this temple is Vishnu, who is believed to have resided here. Koodal is another name for Madurai and Azhaghar means The beautiful one, in Tamil. The temple is an ancient one and very close to the famous Meenakshi Amman Temple. It is one of the 108 divyadesams the holy abodes of Vishnu.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

5:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
4:00 PM – 10:00 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

Tirupparankundram Murugan Temple

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Tirupparankundram sometimes known as Thenparankundram, located 8 Kms South of Madurai Railway Junction, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tirupparankundram sometimes known as Thenparankundram, is a 8th century rock cut cave temple dedicated to Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya), the second son of Shiva. Tirupparankundram Temple alias Murugan temple, one of the six abodes, is considered as the first and foremost temple of Lord Muruga. Several myths and legends are associated with this temple and one of them says that it is at this place that the Lord Muruga defeated the demon Surapadman and got married to Deivayani (daughter of Deivendran). The Tirupparankundram shrine, having 48 artistic carved pillars, is a large rectangular chamber excavated into the huge main rock. One could reach the mandapam (hall) of the temple through a small flight of steps which has some ancient sculptures including that of Nataraja and his consort Sivakami and Lord Shiva in the form of ‘Arthanareeswarar’ (i.e half man, half women). On the outer wall, there are sculputers of Ganesha and the three Saiva saints.

Tirupparankundram Murugan Temple

Tirupparankundram Murugan Temple

HistoryEdit

Thirupparankundram Murugan Temple is a rock-cut temple carved out of the mountain is considered as one of the abodes of Lord Murugan. Built in 8th century by Pandya King, the shrine in the temple is cut out of a solid rock. The temple houses shrines of Lord Subramanya, Lord Shiva, Lord Vinayaka, Goddess Durga, Lord Vishnu and other deities. There are number of cubical pillars with lotus medallions at the entrance of temple. The temple has innumerable cave shrines that are small and approached through narrow dark passages. The inscriptions on the chamber walls are believed to date back to the early medieval period. The temple is a place from where sun and moon can be seen together at different times of the day. This temple is considered holy for conducting marriages, as it is believed that marriage of Lord Subramanya was celebrated in this temple.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 AM – 6.30

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

  • Doshika Resturant ;  TCE Avaniyapuram Rd, Thiruparankundram ; 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

Gandhi Museum

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Gandhi Museum Tamukkam, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Gandhi Museum, is now one of the five Gandhi Sanghralayas (Gandhi Museums) housed in the old Palace of Rani Mangammal, the Gandhi Museum depicts the highlights of the freedom struggle and contains a picture gallery of the Gandhian movement. Also can be seen are a gallery of relics, Khadi and village industries section and South Indian Handicrafts section. It includes a part of the blood-stained garment worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated by Nathuram Godse. The museum is also home to wonderful galleries, each dedicated to a different strand of Indian history. These galleries include “India Fights for Freedom”, “Visual Biography of Mahatama Gandhi” and “Relics and Replicas”. The ground floor of the museum also houses a unique collection of stamps and letters at the Philatelic Museum, dedicated to Gandhi. The museum now houses a brilliantly stocked library, with a lot of options for some excellent academic research. They also run the popular and prestigious Gandhi Memorial Lecture Series from time to time, inviting scholars to present research papers.

Gandhi Museum, Madurai

Gandhi Museum, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Gandhi Memorial Museum, established in 1959, is a memorial museum for Gandhi located in the city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India. Years after the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948 an appeal was made to the citizens of India nationwide to build memorials for Gandhi. With the help of contributions from poor and rich citizens of India, a trust was established with the name Mahatma Gandhi National Memorial Trust, for this cause. This museum was inaugurated by the former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on 15 April 1959. Gandhi Memorial Museum in Madurai comes under the Peace Museums Worldwide selected by United Nations Organisation(UNO). The palace of Rani Mangammal has been renovated and converted into the museum. The palace was built in 1670 by the Nayak rulers and changed hands between the Nawab of Carnatic and the East India Company, among others. It was only in 1955 that the State Government of Tamil Nadu gifted this property to the All India Gandhi Smarak foundation, with about 13 acres of land in tow.

Must SeeEdit

Populr

Visiting TimeEdit

10:00 hrs to 13:00 hrs and 14:00 hrs to 17:30 hrs.

Closed OnEdit

Friday

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

  • Andhra Curry Restaurant ;  Panagal Rd, Alwarpuram, 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

Thirumalai Nayak Palace

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, about 1.5 Kms from the Meenakshi Temple, Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Thirumalai Nayakar palace is one of the important palace which was built by Thirumalai Nayaakar in 1636. The paintings, carvings and designing of the mahal shows the amazing talents of the nayak kings. A classic example of the Indo-saracenic style, the piece de resistance of this mahal is its carved dome outsoars without the support of girders or rafters. This mahal has 248 pillars of each 58 feet tall and 5 feet in diameter. The gigantic pillars and paintings of the events that took place before, the ethics impress ourselves and takes us to the 16th century. There is a dancing hall and a courtyard at the center of the mahal. The stucco work on its domes and arches is remarkable. Now this mahal is used for cinema shooting. A song was shot in this mahal from the film Bombay and some more. The palace is a famous tourist spot, which covers many of the peoples thoughts. It makes everyone wonder about its architectural designs. The mahal is equipped to perform light and sound shows depicting the story of Silappathikaram in both tamik and english language. Inside the palace, furniture and utensils used by the kings have been exhibited. Another important feature of Thirumalai Nayakar palace is that, when seen from this palace we will be able to see koodalagar kovil. The mahal is designed in such a way that the people visiting this mahal is also benefitted by receiving the blessings of the God perumal. In the early period, Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal was so very big, but only a portion of it is remaining today.

Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Madurai

Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Thirumalai Nayak Palace is a 17th-century palace erected in 1636 AD by King Thirumalai Nayak, a king of Madurai’s Nayaka dynasty who ruled Madurai from 1623–59, in the city of Madurai, India. This Palace is a classic fusion of Dravidian and Islamic styles. The building, which can be seen today, was the main Palace, in which the king lived. The original Palace Complex was four times bigger than the present structure. In its heyday, Tirumalai Nayak Palace at Madurai was considered to be one of the wonders of the South. This palace is situated 2 km south east of the Meenakshi Amman Temple. The Nayaks of Madurai ruled this former Kingdom from 1545 till 1740’s and Thirumalai Nayak (1623-1659) was one of their greatest kings that line notable for various buildings in and around Madurai.

Must SeeEdit

Populr

Visiting TimeEdit

09:00 hrs to 1300 hrs. and again between 14:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to  March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : 10 per person for adults

Kids Rs. : 5 per person for children

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : 50 per person for adults

Kids Rs. : 25 per person for adults

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs. 30

Video Camera Rs. : Rs. 100

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

Alagar Koil

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Alagar koil is about 21 Kms North East of Madurai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Alagar koil or Azhakar Kovil, stands a celebrated Vishnu Temple dedicated to Lord Alagar. The temple is situated on a hill amidst panoramic surroundings. The shrine is know as Alagarkoil and the hill , Solaimalai. The temple also contain some beautiful carvings and makes the visit rewarding. Palamudirsolai, one of the six abodes of Lord Subramaniya is located atop the Hill. Azhakar Kovil (Thirumaliruncholai or Azhakar temple), is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. When some historic and original facts surface, people tend to treat them with reverence as it seems to be happening in Thenur, a village in the interiors, 20 km off Madurai city. Villagers here relive an event with much fanfare which is believed to have been performed here four Centuries ago. “Mandooga Maharishi’s redemption is an event that was unique to our village. We are trying to revive the ritual” says hereditary temple trustee P. Neduchezia Pandian.

Alagar Koil, Madurai

Alagar Koil, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Alagar Koil or Azhakar Kovil temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his avatar as Goddess Meenakshi’s brother, Alagar (or Sundararajan). Legend has it that Lord Alagar was unable to attend his sister’s wedding to Sundareshwar (an avatar of Lord Shiva) and had turned back from the banks of river Vaigai. This event is re-enacted every year through a procession of the idol of Alagar from this temple till the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, during the Chitra Festival that celebrates her marriage. It is believed that the temple was beautified by the Pandyan rulers during the 13th century, especially the sanctum sanctorum and the main vimana, that were plated in gold. After this, the Nayaka kingdom during the time between the 16th and 18th centuries gained much revenue for renovating and further beautifying the temple. The central idol of Lord Alagar is a fine example of ancient craftsmanship, all in pure gold. Other deities here include Andal and Lord Alagar’s wife, Kalyana Sundaravalli. An interesting legend has it that at the shrine of Karuppannaswamy (the God of Kallars) and the finely carved 18 steps around his shrine prohibit any visitor from speaking anything but the truth. The temple contains inscriptions from various dynasties, including those that point towards the presence of Jain rulers and Ashoka’s reign.

Must SeeEdit

Populr

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 8:00 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 : 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

  • Phil’s Bistro ;  44, East 9 th Street, K.K.Nagar, 9th Main Rd, Managiri, Madurai. ; Ph/M –  0452 258 3444 ; 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

Meenakshi Temple

India/Tamil Nadu /Madurai /Madurai

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Meenakshi Temple complex is literally a city – one of the largest of its kind in India and undoubtedly one of the oldest too. The temple grew with the contribution of each dynasty and victorious monarchs, into an enormous complex extending over an area of 65000 Sq m. The temple first came in to being 2000 years ago and was substantially expanded during the regime of Thirumalai Nayak (1623-55 AD). Lord Siva in his incarnation as Sundareswarar and his fish-eyed spouse, Meenakshi, are enshrined in this twin temple. There are four massive gateways enclosing these two shrines. Even a casual visitor is fascinated by the many paintings and sculptures. A striking feature of the temple is the astonishing structure know as “Ayiramkaal Mandapam” or the Hall of Thousand Pillars and each pillar features high, ornate, bold sculptures that look life like. View from any angle these pillars appear to be in a straight line, an architectural masterpiece indeed In the outermost corridors are situated the matchless musical pillars carved out of stones. When it is tapped, each pillar produces different musical note. The temple structure with its concentric squares and high walled enclosures is a lesson for students of architecture.

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

HistoryEdit

Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple is square shaped and a series of concentric streets with names from Tamil months surround the structure. The entire temple occupies around 45 acres, with each side having an entrance of its own. Madurai Meenakshi temple’s history is as old as the history of the city itself.The history of Madurai dates back thousands of years- almost to 6th century B.C. It was a key commercial center for the Pandya dynasty that ruled the place. The temple is said to have been constructed somewhere around this time by Kulashekara Pandyan.There’s a lot of myth around the temple. It is important to know more about these stories before appreciating the temple’s modern history.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

05:00 hrs and 12:30 hrs and again between 16:00 hrs and 21:30 hrs.

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 : 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

  • Madurai Residency ;  15, West Marret Street, Near Periyar Bus stand, Madurai ; Ph/M –  0452 438 0000 ‎ ; 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

Ubbalamadugu Falls

India/Andhra Pradesh /Puducherry /Srikalahasti

Ubbalamadugu fall is located 80 kms from Chennai and 35 kms from SriKalahasti. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ubbalamadugu Falls is famously called Tada Falls and Kambakam Falls. The waterfalls is a beauty that cannot be missed. It is located amidst the dense Kambakam forest and you are sure to find your adventurous spirits soar high when you are here. The trek to the top to reach the waterfalls is challenging, which makes it more attractive. The lush greenery and the marvelous landscape are not only visual delights but they elevate your spirits and make you feel one with nature.

Ubbalamadugu Falls, Srikalahasti

Ubbalamadugu Falls, Srikalahasti

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

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 : N.A. 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

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Srikalahasti is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Srikalahasti by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : State owned buses ply from all nearby towns like Vijayawada, Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai, Nayudupet and Nellore. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation is operating number of buses from different routes to reach Kalahasti.

Train : It has its own Railway Station named as Srikalahasti Railway Station which is connected to all the major cities of Andhra Pradesh. It is very well connected to the major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad and Pune via Tirupati-Secunderabad Narayanadri Express, Tirupati-Adilabad Krishna Express, Tirupati-Secunderabad Padmavathy Express, Tirupati-Vishakapatnam Tirumala Express and Thiruvananthapuram Central-Hyderabad Sabari Express.

Air : Nearest airport is located at Tirupathi at a distance of 60 km from Srikalahasti. Tirupathi is connected to Madurai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Tirupathi to Kalahasti and the fare is about Rs. 750. Chennai International airport is the major closest airport to Srikalahasti.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

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

HelplineEdit

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

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Ubbalamadugu Falls
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Talakona Waterfall

India/Andhra Pradesh /Puducherry /Srikalahasti

Talakona Waterfall is situated in Sri Venkateswara National Park in Chittoor. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Talakona Waterfalls is the highest waterfalls in the whole of Andhra Pradesh. Nature lovers will be fascinated by the stunning landscape. Dense forests with a wide range of plants and animals make the place irresistible. Some of the wild species that are found in the forest area include panther, sambar, Indian giant squirrel and porcupine. Some of the rarest kinds of medicinal plants are found here while sandalwood trees are found in great numbers in the dense forest. You are not short of adventure here with canopy ropewalk at an height of about 40 feet stretching for 240 meter length and 270 feet tall.

Talakona Waterfall, Srikalahasti

Talakona Waterfall, Srikalahasti

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

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 : N.AEdit

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

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Srikalahasti is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Srikalahasti by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : State owned buses ply from all nearby towns like Vijayawada, Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai, Nayudupet and Nellore. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation is operating number of buses from different routes to reach Kalahasti.

Train : It has its own Railway Station named as Srikalahasti Railway Station which is connected to all the major cities of Andhra Pradesh. It is very well connected to the major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad and Pune via Tirupati-Secunderabad Narayanadri Express, Tirupati-Adilabad Krishna Express, Tirupati-Secunderabad Padmavathy Express, Tirupati-Vishakapatnam Tirumala Express and Thiruvananthapuram Central-Hyderabad Sabari Express.

Air : Nearest airport is located at Tirupathi at a distance of 60 km from Srikalahasti. Tirupathi is connected to Madurai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Tirupathi to Kalahasti and the fare is about Rs. 750. Chennai International airport is the major closest airport to Srikalahasti.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

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

HelplineEdit

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

Gallery


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Srikalahasti Temple
Ubbalamadugu Falls
Bharadwaja Tirtham

Chaturmukeshvara Temple

India/Andhra Pradesh /Puducherry /Srikalahasti

Chaturmukeshvara Temple is situated in Chittoor district of the state of Andhra Pradesh. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Chaturmukeshvara temple has an idol of Lord Shiva with four faces and has bas-relief carvings. At this temple, Lord Brahma and Lord Shiva are both worshipped. It holds the amazing mythology of Brahma and Shiva. Legend has it that, it was here that lord Brahma practiced penance to get rid of his Sisihathya sins. It is believed that after worshipping Lord Shiva, Brahama regained his ability of creation. The deity of Shiva here has four faces that uphold the legendary belief. The temple is a prominent place of Shaivite traditions and is famed for the bas-relief carvings of Saivaite myths. To reach the shrine the devotees have to climb some 75-80 steps.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 6.30 PM

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

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Srikalahasti is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Srikalahasti by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : State owned buses ply from all nearby towns like Vijayawada, Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai, Nayudupet and Nellore. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation is operating number of buses from different routes to reach Kalahasti.

Train : It has its own Railway Station named as Srikalahasti Railway Station which is connected to all the major cities of Andhra Pradesh. It is very well connected to the major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad and Pune via Tirupati-Secunderabad Narayanadri Express, Tirupati-Adilabad Krishna Express, Tirupati-Secunderabad Padmavathy Express, Tirupati-Vishakapatnam Tirumala Express and Thiruvananthapuram Central-Hyderabad Sabari Express.

Air : Nearest airport is located at Tirupathi at a distance of 60 km from Srikalahasti. Tirupathi is connected to Madurai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Tirupathi to Kalahasti and the fare is about Rs. 750. Chennai International airport is the major closest airport to Srikalahasti.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

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

HelplineEdit

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

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Srikalahasti Temple
Ubbalamadugu Falls
Bharadwaja Tirtham

Thondamanadu Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple

India/Andhra Pradesh /Puducherry /Srikalahasti

Thondamanadu Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple located 10 km away from the main Srikalahasti temple. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Thondamanadu Sri Venkateshwara Swamy temple was constructed by Thondaman Chakravarthy, brother of Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru. the sole temple in the region which has Lord Venkateshwara along with His consorts, Sri Lakshmi Devi and Padmavathi Ammavaru.

Thondamanadu Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, Srikalahasti

Thondamanadu Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, Srikalahasti

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 7.30 PM

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

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Srikalahasti is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Srikalahasti by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : State owned buses ply from all nearby towns like Vijayawada, Tirupati, Bangalore, Chennai, Nayudupet and Nellore. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation is operating number of buses from different routes to reach Kalahasti.

Train : It has its own Railway Station named as Srikalahasti Railway Station which is connected to all the major cities of Andhra Pradesh. It is very well connected to the major cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Hyderabad and Pune via Tirupati-Secunderabad Narayanadri Express, Tirupati-Adilabad Krishna Express, Tirupati-Secunderabad Padmavathy Express, Tirupati-Vishakapatnam Tirumala Express and Thiruvananthapuram Central-Hyderabad Sabari Express.

Air : Nearest airport is located at Tirupathi at a distance of 60 km from Srikalahasti. Tirupathi is connected to Madurai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Tirupathi to Kalahasti and the fare is about Rs. 750. Chennai International airport is the major closest airport to Srikalahasti.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

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

HelplineEdit

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

Gallery


View All Sight of Srikalahasti... Click Here

Srikalahasti Temple
Ubbalamadugu Falls
Bharadwaja Tirtham