The 'temple town of South India', Madurai captures your attention with spectacular temples chiseled and carved to perfection. With a history that is more than 2,500 years old, Madurai was an important seat of education and cultural arts as far back as 550 A.D.
Famous for scented jasmine flowers the name Madurai is steeped in legend. It is believed that when this ancient city was established, Lord Shiva sprinkled nectar from his matted hair on this sacred city. Madhu essentially means nectar and thus the name Maduraipuram or Madurai.
The second largest city in Tamil Nadu, Madurai is spread on the banks of River Vaigai. Famous for textile mills, tropical Madurai is famous all over the world for the majestic Meenakshi Temple that has become a signature landmark for this seat of ancient India learning.
Madurai came under the Vijayanagar rulers and later the region flourished under Pandya dynastic rule till the 14th century. Archaeologists have established Madurai's Roman trade connections by excavating relics, coins etc. with Roman inscriptions.
Tourist Attractions in Madurai
The Meenakshi Temple in Madurai is a large temple complex that has been expanded and improved by different rulers at various points of time in history. The temple is dedicated to the deity Meenakshi who is Lord Shiva's consort. The original structure is said to have been constructed by Kulasekara Pandya.
It was Tirumala Nayak who lavished the entire structure with artistic sculptures and pillars ornate with mythological depictions.
Gandhi Museum- is an interesting tour stop with its interesting display of objects associated with Mahatma Gandhi.
Alagar Koil-is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and a popular Madurai tour destination.
Vaigai Dam-is just ideal for picnic lunches and fun water sport activities. Tours.Maps-India offers you grand opportunities to see this splendid nature trove that enamors you completely.
Koodal Alagar Temple-is a shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The inner sanctum of this ancient temple has three main sculptures that depict the deity in different positions. Known for the annual Chithirai festival, this religious shrine is an important Madurai tourist attraction.
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