Kodaikanal - Madurai

The tourists of Kodaikanal may route their way from Kodaikanal - Madurai which makes one of the exciting detours or excursions from Kodaikanal.

The former capital of the chivalrous Chola Dynasty and the Pandhyas, the city of Madurai is well known for its architectural brilliance.

The tourists may travel a short distance of 120 kilometers from Kodaikanal to Madurai to visit the popular Meenakshi Temple and the Tirumalai Temple.

The city of Madurai is reputed as the second largest city of the state of Tamil Nadu. It is also popular as one of the oldest cities of the country that witnessed the reign of various gallant dynasties.

The town is also referred to as the 'Athens of the East' for the grand architectural structures that dot the city of Madurai. Civilization in the region is said to have existed in the pre-Christian era as well dating back to the period known as he Sangam era.

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Last Updated on : 05 May 2011