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Le Royal Meridien
(5 Star Deluxe Hotel)
(5 Star Deluxe Hotel)
Address: 1, GST Road, St. Thomas Mount , Chennai
Location: Suburban
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
Location: Suburban
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
Taj Coromandel
(5 Star Deluxe Hotel)
Address: 17, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Nungambakkam , Chennai
Location: City Center
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
Location: City Center
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
About Cities of Tamil Nadu
Sharing its border with two oceans, Bay of Bengal and Arabian sea, Tamil Nadu is the southernmost state of India. What qualifies Tamil Nadu as an exclusive tourist destination is the range of landscapes that are present in Tamil Nadu. You will find splendid beaches, lofty hill stations vast lying plains and rain forests dotting this state and ready to provide you with a vacation of utmost serenity and pinnacle of fun.As much as the natural splendidness of Tamil Nadu beckons its visitors, history and heritage of this state too attracts the enthusiasts. The great legacy of Dravidians is said to have started and spread outwards from this state. Most of the Tamilnadu cities are dotted with these marvels. Most of the symbols of Dravidian culture like arts and architecture still are kept intact with joint efforts from people of Tamil Nadu and the government. The temples that were made by Dravidian rulers are still considered to be an architectural marvels, most if which are still in good condition and are operational. It is the virtue of these temples that Tamilians today are known to be the best creators of temples.
Chennai is the capital of Tamil Nadu that the most culturally active as well. The rate with which it has developed, has made the people sit up and take notice of this Chennai.This has helped many till now hidden characters of Tamil Nadu as a state come out. Other major cities of Tamil Nadu are Madurai, Rameshwaram, Coimbatore and Kanyakumari. Ooty is probably the most visited hill station of India which is called 'The Queen of Hill Stations'.
Major Cities of Tamil Nadu
Chennai (Madras)
Chennai is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Chennai is the fourth largest city of India and
one of the fastest growing. Formerly known as Madras, this vibrant city
is home Marina Beach and the famous Kollywood Industry.
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. One can also call it one of the most beautiful cities in Tamilnadu and a heaven for those seeking tranquility and serenity.
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.
Catch the most spectacular views of sunrise and
sunset from the golden beaches of Kanyakumari. Kanyakumari is the
southern most city of India which apart from beaches, is home to many
famous temples and tourist attractions.
Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram)
Earlier known as Mahabalipuram, Mamallapuram is
most famous for Shore Temple which has been recognized as a World
Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is also known as the Cultural City of Tamilnadu.
Rameshwaram is an Island town situated right on
the tip of Indian peninsula. It is one of the most sacred destinations
in India and is one among the Char Dhams that are visited by Hindu
pilgrims.
Madurai is the most visited pilgrimage destination
in Tamil Nadu by the virtue of Sri Meenakshi Temple. The second largest
city of Tamil Nadu also boosts of some very well kept palaces like
Thirumalai Nayak Palace.
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.
One of the most important cities of Tamilnadu,
Coimbatore is called the 'Manchester of South India' and is the third
largest city in the state. The headquarters of the Nilgiri region......
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
Pondicherry, a Union Territory of India, came
under French rule in the second half of the 17th century
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.
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.
Situated some 250 Km from the capital city
Chennai, Chidambaram is a temple town which is a must visit for devotees
of Lord Shiva as it is home to the famous Nataraja Temple.
Kancheepuram (Kanchipuram)
Kancheepuram is considered to one of the seven
great cities of ancient India and is called 'The Golden City of
Temples'. Kancheepuram has also become home to the finest Silk industry
in India. When in Kancheepuram, do not forget to buy yourself some
really exquisite silk saris you will ever see.
Thanjavur (Tanjore)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
A historical important tourist spot with a serene
atmosphere and scenic beauty, with a calm Bay of Bengal surrounding it,
is not fully exploited
Sivaganga (Sivagangai)
As per the National Archaeological Act, any
monument of national importance is taken up over the Government and
preserved for posterity.
Not far from the bustling town of Pudukottai, on
the periphery of the sleepy village of Annavasal..
Tarangambadi (Tharangambadi)
The historical Fort Dansborg at Tarangambadi, a
relic of the Danishera in India, is back in the limelight with ...
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- Kumbakonam
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