Explore South Tamil Nadu: Your guide to Kodaikanal, Thoothukudi and Karaikudi
This travel guide explores South Tamil Nadu, starting with the vibrant city of Madurai and moving toward the hill station of Kodaikanal. It highlights local attractions, culinary experiences, and scenic routes for travelers visiting the region.
Why it matters
It promotes regional tourism and provides cultural insights into the travel landscape of Southern India.
Often compared to Manhattan as a ‘city that never sleeps’, Madurai has earned a reputation for its ceaseless hustle. More so, over the last few weeks, with the lead up to the consecration ceremony of the Madurai Meenakshi temple after 17 years, which on Thursday, attracted thousands of people to witness the historic milestone and revel in the fervour of it all.
There is much to do in this vibrant city; from a staycation at the Geoffrey Bawa-designed Heritage Madurai or a stay at the new The Residency Signature , to shopping for Sungudi saris, taking deep breaths amid the heady fragrance of Madurai malli at the flower markets, and tucking into kola urundais and curry dosas at its many messes .
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