MADURAI
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Madurai is a temple town of Southern India and attracts devotees from all over India. Meenakshi Amman Temple is known worldwide for its significance and magnificent architecture. Apart from this, other temples of visit here are Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Alagar Kovil Temple, Koodal Azhagar Temple, Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple, and Shri Solaimalai Murugan Temple.
The annual festival of Chithirai is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Tamil Nadu in the month of April/May. The event takes place in Meenakshi Temple for celebrating the celestial wedding of Lord Shiva and Meenakshi.
👉 Be Prepared for
Since Madurai is a religious town, night clubs and pubs are not located here in a huge number. Alcohol consumption is also prohibited here in several places. So, you might not be able to enjoy a chilling night here.
👇 Descritpion of City
With a glorious past and developing present, Madurai, also referred to as the “Athens of the East,” is one of the oldest cities in Tamil Nadu. Known for its architectural brilliance, chaotic streets, and mythical history, Madurai welcomes the largest number of devotees as well as tourists every year. Often described by the locals as the city that never sleeps, Madurai is full of hustle-bustle during any time of the day. Temples and food stalls are specially working even in the middle of the night. There is a lot more to visit and enjoy here such as Meenakshi Amman Temple, Thirupparamkunram Murugan Temple, Koodal Azhagar Temple, and St. Mary's Cathedral Church. Unlike other Southern cities, Madurai is popular amongst foodies for its street food. Here you can enjoy Idlis, Idiyappams (South Indian noodles), Elumbu Roast (meat dish), Kola Urundai (meat dish), Meen Kuzhambu (fish curry), Vazhiyal (egg dish), and Sooji Appam. If you are looking for some shopping, you can visit Puthu Mandapam, Avani Moola Street, Masi Street, and the Chithirai Street. Don’t miss the grand celebration of the Chithirai festival if you are here in the month of April.