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Tamil Nadu has been the heart of the Dravidian culture and
tradition. It has also been an immortal pioneer of peace and
knowledge. Tamil Nadu has lot in its stores for its visitors,
royal wildlife, alive in its densely populated jungles, rich
culture, sculpted temples and golden beaches, that make Tamil
Nadu one of the most sought after destinations. Tamilnadu has
its capital in Chennai, which is one of the four major cities of
India and is the fastest on the path of development. It is main
center of South Indian Film Industry - the Kollywood. The state is
so obsessed with their big screen stars that they give them honors
and position that are the highest that a civilian can get.
Tamilnadu is also famous for its sumptuous and mouthwatering
delicacies.
Chennai (Madras)
Chennai City is one of the
most significant Metro cities in India. Chennai has a very vibrant
culture. The reason behind this cultural dynamism is the fact that
Chennai, since decades, has remained a focal point of Dravidian
movements, be it political or cultural. Chennai is a coastal city
with the second major beach in the world. It is a city of
courtesy, charm and culture. Temples and Forts, Churches and
Beaches, Mosques, Parks and Monuments are all a part of this
fantastic city.
National Park and Snake Park of Chennai offer memorable
experiences. Chennai is also home to the National Art Gallery that
has a good collection of old paintings and sculptures. Within the
Serene Garden of Remembrance in Chennai is the Theosophical
Society.
Places of Interest
Fort St. George & St. Mary's Church, Kapaleshwara Temple,
Marina Beach & Aquarium, San Thomas Cathedral, Guindy Deer &
Snake Parks, and Government Museum & Art Gallery.
Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram, one of the seven holy cities of India, is famous
for its gracefully woven silk sarees. It is a golden city of
thousand temples of which 124 have withstood the ravages of time.
This has the capital of the Pallavas. Kanchipuram is the holy city
of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu and it is for this reason that
Kanchipuram is one of the seven holy cities of India and on
the pilgrim route. Kanchipuram or the Golden City of Temples is
one of the most significant centers of Hindu religion and also one
of the most picturesque. The place is one of India's seven sacred
cities and the second holiest after Varanasi.
Places of Interest
Kailashnath Temple, Vaikuntaperumal Temple, Varadaraja Temple,
Ekambareshwara Temple and Kamakshiamman Temple.
Pondicherry
Pondicherry town is a surprise in India. These you'll realise
as you pass through well-laid, wide streets carrying French names
and kept unpolluted. Clean. A French past is still present.
Pondicherry cheers the heart of the romantic. With grand
boulevards and quiet promenades. You'll be greeted with large
bouquets of bougainvillea hanging over the ivory-colored walls of
colonial mansions. Pondicherry with its ashram charm is
sought out by the peace-seeker. And with its safe and secluded
beaches, by the tan-seeker.
Places of Interest
Botanical Gardens, Eglise De Sacre Coeur De Jesus, The
Promenade, Government Park, Manakula Vinayagar Temple, Roman
Rolland Library, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, French Institute, Museums &
Art Galleries, Auro Ville (10 km from Pondicherry).
Thanjavur (Tanjore)
Thanjavur was the ancient capital of the Chola kings
whose origins, like those of the Pallavas, Pandyas and
Cheras with whom they shared the tip of the Indian
peninsula, go back to the beginning of the Christian era.
Power struggles between these groups were a constant
attribute of their early history with one or another gaining
the increasing from time to time. The Chola's turn for
empire building came between 850 and 1270 AD and at the
heights of their power they controlled the greater part of
the Indian peninsula south of a line drawn between Mumbai
and Puri and included parts of Sri Lanka and even, for a
while, the Srivijaya kingdom of the Malay peninsula and
Sumatra.
Places of Interest
Brihadeeswara Temple, The Palace, Sangeetha Mahal,
Saraswati Mahal, Library, Raja Museum, Temple Museum,
Schwarz Church.
Tour Operator of India offers more information on
Tamilnadu India Tour and online Booking facility of
Tamilnadu Tours India.
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