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Tourism- Tamilnadu Travel Guide
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Tamil Nadu is one of the most prominent states of india. It is a bastion
of Tamil culture that is the soul representative of the dravidian culture
that goes way back into the prehistoric past of the region. Temples with
towering structures known as gopurams are a common feature of this state,
seldom seen anywhere else in the country. Tamilnadu in short is a state
that offers everything that any tourist might seek, from social
entertainment to spiritual seeking. It appeals to the nature lover, the
archaeologist, the religious-minded, the fun lover, the rural rover, the
connoisseur of arts and crafts, the fan of fine-arts like music and dance,
as well as the gourmet who is always on the look out for that tasty bite
wherever he may go!The geographical Location:
To the North of Tamil Nadu Lie that states of karnataka and andra pradesh and to the west , Kerala. To the east lies the bay of bengal. The southern most tip is Kanyakumari. several seasonal rivers flow through the region. The capital of tamil nadu, chennai is famous for its beautiful beach resorts.
The Transport:
Tamil Nadu ranks second in the country for its transport network. The state utilises all major Transportation modes such as air , sea, rail and road, in an effecive manner. More specific details about conveyence are provided under the district sections.
The Climate:
Tamil nadu has tropical climate with no great variation between summer and winter temperatures. The average temperatures range from 40 C to 25 C (116F- 48F approx.) in the plains while the hill station record much cooler temperatures. The average temperatures. The best time to visit Tamil Nadu is between November and february. It is Preferable to wear light weight cottons and Linens in summer and woollens if necessary , in the hill stations.
The History:
During the sangam age, Tamil Nadu was ruled by three major dynasties-the cholas, the pandyas and the cheras. Later the Vijayanagaram Empire came into Being. After the disintergration of this empire, various small rulers such as the nayaks rules ruled southern india. By the middle of the 18th century, the region came under british rule. At that time, most of South india was integrated into the region called the madras precidency, In 1956, The Madras presidency was re-formed and Tamil Nadu was established.
The People---
The Tamilians are well known for their hospitality and generous nature. They are friendly, easy-going and very helpful. They are also known to be traditional and family oriented. Though Tamil is spoken widely, a tourist can get by with english, as most people are familiar with the language.
The Persorming Arts
There
is ample mention of the exquisite arts and crafts of Tamil Nadu in the
chronicles of Pliny, Kautilya and other scholars who marvel at the states
fine silk, soft muslin, ornate ivory work and precious stones like
diamonds, rubies, pearls and tortoise shell. Tamil Nadu, resting at the
pinnacle of ancient culture was the erstwhile kingdom of the Pallava,
Pandya and Vijayanagar rulers and has ample relics that testify the
architectural grandeur and the cultural efflorescence of the period.
Tamil Nadu, India’s cultural capital is renown for its splendid temples
and other architectural edifices. The state’s claim to fame lies in its
magnificent and renowned Tanjore paintings that thrived in ancient
Tanjavoor during the Chola dynasty. The revered and traditional art form
depicting the sacred deities is embellished with semi-precious stones,
pearls, glass pieces and gold and colored in the vibrant hues. The modern
Tanjore paintings however portray floral motifs, animals, birds as well as
pretty human figures.
Tamil Nadu’s art and culture also abounds in musical instruments that
strike a melodious chord. The Naadaswaram, the Silappadikaaram, the Kumbu,
Thambhuras and vcarious lutes and percussion instruments add a musical
note to the various colorful festivities of the state.
Like any other place, Tamil Nadu flaunts its own exquisite and traditional
jewelry. The womenfolk look beautiful as they adorn themselves in the
oddiyaanam (gold waist belt), vanki (armlet) and jimiki (earrings),
maattals of gold or pearls as well as other stone-crusted jewelery. The
people are also firm believers in the magical wonders of the navaratnas
(nine gems).
India Tourism Tamilnadu with its variegated collection of arts and crafts
is a treasure trove of cultural delights. For further information,
navigate to:
About Tamil Nadu Tourism -Tourism in Tamilnadu
Tamil Nadu is located along the
southeastern coast of
Tamilnadu Cities - Tourism in Tamilnadu - Tamilnadu Travel Guide
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Chennai - Tamilnadu
Tourism Information
Chennai, The Gateway to the
South,Chennai,the busy capital city of Tamilnadu is the foruth
largest metropolis in india. Modern Chennai grew out of a small
village when in 1639 a fishing hamlet called channappatnam was
selected by early English merchants of the East India Company as a
site for the settlement.
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Chidambaram -
Tamilnadu Tourism Information
Chidambaram (also Thillai) literally
means the sky permeated by an atmosphere of intelligence and wisdom.
According to legend, it was once a forest of tillai, a mangrove
species of trees. There was once a small shrine on the banks of a
tank.
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Kancheepuram -
Tamilnadu Tourism Information
Kancheepuram, the capital of the
Pallava and dynasty is one of the serene sacred cities of India. It
is situated 76 kms from Chennai, 35 kms from Chingleput & 64 kms
from Mahabalipuram via Chingleput.
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Kanyakumari - India
Tourism in Tamilnadu
Kanyakumari is the southernmost point
of peninsular India and the meeting point of three oceans-the Bay of
Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.
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Madurai - India
Tourism in Tamilnadu
Madurai or the "city of nectar" is the
oldest and second largest city of Tamil Nadu. This city is located
on Vaigai River and was the capital of Pandyan rulers till the 14th
century. Madurai is an animated city packed with pilgrims, beggars,
business people....
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Mamallapuram - India Tourism in
Tamilnadu
Mamallapuram, The town of temples, sand
and sea - Mamallapuram, formely known as Mahabalipuram is world
renowned for its beautiful Shore Temple......
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Rameshwaram -
Tamilnadu Tourism Information
Rameshwaram is an island - of Lord
Rama's temple at Tamil Nadu is a terrific destination. Along with
being a major pilgrimage for the Hindus, Rameshwaram is a happening
holiday spot too.
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Thanjavur - Tamilnadu
Tourism Information
Thanjavur is 55 km east of
Tiruchirappalli. It is the highly fertile delta of the Cavery River
and the capital of the Cholas during their supremacy.
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Vellore - Tamilnadu
Tourism Information
Vellore which is situated 145 km from
Chennai, is a semirural bazaar town. For tourists, it is
acknowledged only for the Vijayanagar fort and its temple, which are
in an excellent state of preservation and worth visiting.
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Tiruchirappalli -
Tamil Nadu Tourism
The most famous land mark of this
bustling town is the Rockfort Temple, a spectacular monument perched
on a massive rocky out crop which rises abruptly from the plain to
tower over the old city.
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Aruppukottai - Tamil
Nadu Tourism
Aruppukottai is a small township and
reflects the cultural essence of Tamil Nadu. The residents of the
township seem to enlighten history with the lamps of culture.
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Coimbatore - Tamil
Nadu Tourism
Coimbatore District lies in the Western
Part of Tamil Nadu bordering the Western Ghats. It is surrounded by
Nilgiris in its western and southwestern side, Erode District in its
northern and Dindigul District in its eastern side. It shares part
of its boundary with the neighbouring state of Kerala.The Distict
has a geographical area of 7471 SQ.Km.
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Coonoor
The serene hill station of Coonoor lies
in the arms of the Nilgiri Hills. In fact Coonoor is located at an
altitude of 1800 m. Geographically speaking, Coonoor lies at the
head of Hulikal ravine.
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Kodaikanal
The place is Kodaikanal, secludedly
situated 2100 meters above sea level, in the beautiful Palani Hills.
Kodaikanal is 120 Kms from the bustling city of Madurai and at least
tens and thousands of Kilometers from the mundane.
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Kumbakonam
Kumbakonam is the city of divine strife
of South India situated in Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. It is a
fertile area situated on the banks of river Cauvery and one of its
tributaries Arasalaru.
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Nagercoil
Nagercoil is the capital of
Kanyakumari. Until 1956, it was a part of Kerala, but now it is in
Tamil Nadu. Nagercoil is famous for Nagaraja Temple and the name
derived from this Temple.
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Ooty (Udhagamandalam)
Ooty, the Queen be seated in this
heavenly abode remained undiscovered to the great southern dynasties
and it took the British to explore it in the early 1800s.
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Trichi
Samayapuram, lying at a distance of 11
km from Trichy in Lalgudi taluk, is famous for the shrine of
Mariamman, which Goddess has a rich legendary and historical
background
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Pondicherry
Pondicherry, a Union Territory of
India, came under French rule in the second half of the 17th century
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Karaikudi
To begin with, it was their food that
made them famous chiken Pepper fry, did more to Chettinadu cuisine
and the lifestyle of the Nattukkotai
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Pattukotai
A historical important tourist spot
with a serene atmosphere and scenic beauty, with a calm Bay of
Bengal surrounding it, is not fully exploited
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Sivaganga
As per the National Archaeological Act,
any monument of national importance is taken up over the Government
and preserved for posterity.
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Pudukottai
Not far from the bustling town of
Pudukottai, on the periphery of the sleepy village of Annavasal..
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Tarangambadi
The historical Fort Dansborg at
Tarangambadi, a relic of the Danishera in India, is back in the
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