The Athens of the East – Madurai

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The Athens of the East Madurai

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• Madurai is the third largest city in Tamil Nadu
  and is the 25th populated city in India which is
  located on the banks of the River Vaigai.
• The land in and around Madurai is utilized for
  agricultural activities major crops grown here
  are Paddy, Pulses, Millet, Oil Seed, Cotton and
  Sugarcane.
• Madurai is popularly called as Thoonga Nagaram
  which means that the city will never sleeps.
• The city attracts large number of tourists all
  around the world. Some of the tourists spots in
  Madurai are listed here.

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Sri Meenakshi

• Sundareswarar Temple It is the twin temple
  in the temple city of Madurai.
• This temple has the deities of Meenakshi
  (Parvati) and Sundareswar (Lord Shiva). The
  important feature of this temple is the
  Ayiramkaal Mandapam or the Hall of Thousand
  Pillars.
• The important festival associated with this
  temple is the Meenakshi Thirukalyanam that is
  celebrated in April every year. The temple will
  be open between 5 am to 1230 pm and between 4 pm
  to 930 pm.

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Thirumalai Nayak Palace

• It is a 17th century AD palace built by the
  king Thirumalai Nayak. This palace is a classic
  mixture of Dravidian and Rajput styles.
• This palace is considered as one of the
  wonders of the South. It is situated 2 km south
  east of the Meenakshi Amman Temple. Lot of films
  shooting are taken in this palace because of the
  big pillars.
• The palace is well equipped to perform light
  and sound shows. Palace will be opened between 9
  am to 1 pm and between 2 pm to 5 pm.

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Gandhi Memorial Museum

• Gandhi Museum was established in the year 1959
  and it is one of the five Gandhi Museums in the
  country.
• This museum has a part of the blood-stained
  garment worn by Gandhiji when he was murdered by
  Nathuram Godse. The palace of Rani Mangammal was
  renovated and converted as Gandhi Museum.
• It highlights the picture galley of Gandhian
  movement. Museum will be opened between 10 am to
  1 pm and between 2 pm to 530 pm.

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• There are several tourist spots in and around
  Madurai which attracts the tourists from various
  parts of the world.
• Visit these places to get information about the
  importance of the city and to relax your mind
  from the daily routine.
• Some of the best operators plying in this region
  are SRM travels, Parveen travels and KPN travels.

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