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IndiaExcursion to the Meenakshi Temple

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Duration: 2 days, 1 night

Itinerary: Meenakshi–Sundareswarar Temple Complex — Evening Puja — Thirumalai Nayak Palace

Explore the ancient city of Madurai, one of the oldest in South Asia with over 2,500 years of history. The city is designed in the shape of a coiled serpent, and its streets, when viewed from above, resemble a blooming lotus flower.

Tour highlights include:

  • Meenakshi–Sundareswarar Temple Complex: Visit the city's crown jewel — a temple complex dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi. This architectural masterpiece features galleries, carved colonnades, and countless sculptures of Hindu deities and celestial beings. The 12 magnificent gopuram gate towers are particularly impressive examples of temple architecture.
  • Evening Puja: Participate in an evening puja dedicated to Shiva and Meenakshi, adding a spiritual and cultural dimension to your journey.
  • Tour of Thirumalai Nayak Palace: After an overnight stay in the sacred city of Madurai, enjoy a visit to the 17th-century palace of the city’s ruler, Thirumalai Nayak. This palace showcases a fascinating blend of architectural styles from that era.

After breakfast, you will return to Trivandrum. Arrival at your coastal hotel in the evening.

Note:

  • The transfer to Trivandrum takes approximately 6–7 hours.