Madurai District Map

Madurai district lies in the South of Tamil Nadu state, bordered by the districts of Dindigul, Thiruchirapalli on the North and by Sivagangai on the East and by Theni on the West and by Virudhunagar on the South. It is geographically located between 9"30'' and 10"30'' North Latitude and between 77"00.00 and 78"30.00 East Latitude.

It covers an area of 3741.73 Sq. km. With the total population of 25,62,279 (2001 Census) comprising of 12,95,124 males and 12,76,155 females. The economy of Madurai district is chiefly agrarian. The two other sectors that contribute significantly to the local economy are textiles and tourism.

Famous tourist places in Madurai district are:

• Sri Meenakshi - Sundareswarar Temple
• Thirumalai Nayak Palace
• Thirupparankundram Temple
• Alagar koil
• Gandhi Museum
• Mariamman Teppakulam