Explore Madurai’s ancient wonders on a private half-day tour. Visit Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, and enjoy a rickshaw ride through history.
- Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal - Thirumalai Nayak palace is known as the living palace of the Nayak Kings, it was built in the 17th century and is a beautiful construction with several pillars and domes around. With only a fourth portion of this marvel surviving the beauty that it must have been before its destruction can only be left to the imagination.
Later on enjoy your ride by Cycle Rickshaw from palace to Temple through the local market
- Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple - The town has developed encircling Meenakashi Amman temple built in the Dravidian style -one for Lord Shiva and the other for his spouse Meenakashi. It is one of the masterpieces of Dravidian architecture and one of the most important active temples in India. Dedicated to Meenakshi, a form of Parvati known as “the one with fish-shaped eyes”, the wife of Shiva, in its Sundareshwara form, it has two shrines, one for each of the gods. It is one of the most visited holy places in India and attracts pilgrims who come to marry or purify themselves there. The pillars in 1000 Pillar Hall inside the temple are erected so cleverly that they one can hear different notes when touching them.
The temple will be usually open from 0500 hrs to 1230 hrs and 1600 hrs to 2030 hrs
- English Speaking Local Guide
- Rickshaw Ride from Tirumalai Nayak Palace to Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Pickup & Drop from the Hotel
- Private Chauffeur driver Air Conditioned Vehicle
- Food & Drinks
- Monument & Temple entry / Dharshan fees - INR200/person
- Gratuities
Madurai is an ancient city located in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is one of the earliest recorded civilizations, with evidence of human settlement dating back to 300 BC. The city is centered around the Meenakshi Temple and is renowned for its historical monuments, including the Meenakshi Amman Temple and the Tirumalai Nayak Palace. Madurai has made significant contributions to Indian literature, boasting a rich and abundant literary tradition. When visiting, be sure to admire the Dravidian style of architecture at the Meenakshi Temple. The temple’s pillars are ingeniously designed to produce different musical notes when touched. The Thirumalai Nayak Palace, built in the 17th century, is known as the living palace of the Nayak Kings. This beautiful structure features numerous pillars and domes, although only a quarter of the original palace remains today.
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