India /Tamil Nadu /Nagapattinam /Nagore

Nagore is a religious destination located north of Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu. This is a small town along the shore of Bay of Bengal. This place has its prime attraction in a renowned Nagore Dargah, a revered place by Muslims. Nagore Dargah, five century’s old Muslim Shrine, attracts thousands of pilgrims to this land irrespective of caste, creed and religion. The festival season in Nagore is during October and November with very popular Kandhuri festival celebrated with festivities and pomp and show. Nagore Dargah, the prime attraction in Nagore, is an important and revered pilgrimage place in Nagore. This Muslim shrine is dedicated to Meeran Sahib Abdul Qadir Shahul Hamid Badshah. The tombs of Meeran Sahib, his son Syed Mohammed Yusuf and Saeeda Sultana Biwi, the daughter in law are seen in a golden dome building in the complex. It is believed that Dargah offers cure to many diseases and miseries. The water in a holy tank in the Dargah premise is believed to have curative powers. Nagore beach is an entertaining location for tourists looking for secluded holidays. The long sandy beach is serene and tidy. There are many famous tourists’ attractions nearby. There are many eye catching natural views in and around the Nagore beach. These include Velankanni, Kodikkarai, Thirukkadaiyur and Sikkal.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 611002

STD Code: 4365

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Best Time to Visit:  Nov – Mar

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Nagore is a town in the Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu, India. It is located approximately 12 km south of Karaikal and 5 km north of Nagapattinam. Tiruvarur, Mayiladuthurai, Muthupet are nearby towns.This is a small town along the shore of the Bay of Bengal.The Dargah is known for architectural excellence. The structure of the Dargah is attractive with domed arches and lovely minarets. The largest tower has a height of 131 ft and is known as ‘Periya Minara’. There are three Nagore Dargah shrines located at Nagore, Vanjur and Silladi. The prime shrine and major campus is at Nagore.

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By Air : Nearest airport to Nagore is at Tiruchirappali (Trichy) at distance of about 140 kms. It is well connected to Chennai airport by regular flights. Taxi services are available from Tiruchirappalli to Nagore for a fare of about Rs. 1500. Chennai International airport is at a distance of about 300 km from Nagore. Taxi services are available from Chennai to Nagore for Rs. 3000.

By Train : Nearest railhead to Nagore is at Nagapattinam, which is just 5 kms away from the holy city of Nagore. Nagapattinam is well rail connected to all major cities in India through Chennai and Tiruchirapalli. Taxi services can be availed from Nagapattinam to Nagore for a charge of about Rs. 150.

By Bus : Nagore is connected by buses to all the major towns and cities in Tamilnadu and also connected to cities in Kerala, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Regular bus services are available to Madurai, Kanyakumari, Chennai, Trichy, Pondicherry, Trivandrum and Thanjavur. Deluxe tourist buses operate between Nagore and many major cities in South India.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Grand Neyatt Nagore ; Manara N St, Nagore, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Tayyeb ; Kalmattu Bazzar Line, Nagore, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Shanawaz Hotel ; Syed Palli St, Nagore, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Periyar Hajiyar Mansion ; Kalmatu St, Nagore, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – Room Service, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Jardines de Zoraya ;  Jardines de Zoraya, Panaderos Street 32, 18010 Granada ; M –  958 206 266 ; Food Serve :  Food Serve

• New Nagore Hotel ;  Kalmattu Bazzar Line, Nagore, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu 611002
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• Ambulance : 102

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