Tamilnadu is a fantastic tourist
place known for its natural beauty i.e. blue beaches and clear skies. It is
popularly known as the “Land of Temples” as the state is full of
beautiful ornate temples characterized by Dravidian art and culture whose
prominent feature is the soaring towers called as “Gopurams”.
Tamil Nadu is a lively state which celebrates all their festivals in
colourful splendour and offers an exquiste and delicious cuisine.
The people of Tamilnadu lead a relaxed lifestyles. The urban social
recreations include clubs, golf links, beach resorts, theme parks,
racecourses, art and theatre. Visits to game reserves, holiday resorts, long
sandy beaches, zoological and entertainment parks and sanctuaries are the
other many social pastimes available. Tourists spots include hill stations
like Ooty and Kodaikanal which are all time favourites.
Tamil Nadu is bounded by Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh in the north and
Kerala in the west. The eastern and western tips of the state are defined by
the Point Calimere and Mudumalai wildlife sanctuaries while the northern
extreme is Pulicat lake and the southernmost tip is Kanyakumari, the land's
end.
Chennai : The capital city of
Tamil Nadu is one of the four metropolitan cities of the country. The city
holds within its confines the treasures of the gone era from temples to
forts and palaces to amazing landscapes.
Kodaikanal : Kodaikanal, is a
beautiful hill station that stands amidst floral beauty on the southern
crest of the upper Palani Hills near Madurai in Tamil Nadu.
Madurai : Situated on the banks of
Vaigai river is the second largest city in the state and some 2500 years
old. The city is dotted with the monuments, temples, places that takes one
into the bygone era. Here Meenakshi temple is the most beautiful temple
which pulls millions of visitors every year.
Ooty : This is a remarkable place as
it blends the peace and tranquility of a hill resort with the comforts of an
urban life. The place still retains the legacy of the colonial period which
include the Old Churches and Forts.
Thanjavur : The city is the home
of Carnatic music, musical instruments, dance and traditional handicrafts.
It is also famous for the Brahadeeswarar Temple. Other places of interest
are the Art Gallery and the Saraswathi Mahal Library.
Mahabalipuram : This
beautiful little town is known for the beach resorts and the magnificent
ancient monuments, palaces, temples and forts.
Coimbatore : an important
industrial city situated at the foot of the Nilgiri hills is also called as
the “Manchester of India”. One can visit here the Botanical
Garden, the Agricultural College Museum and the VOC (V.O Chidambram) Park.
