Himalayan Frontiers Provides- Tamilnadu tour india Cultural Tour, South India Tamilnadu, Tour Packages Tirupathi, Mahabalipuram

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DAY 01 : Arrive Chennai (Madras)
Arrive -Madras. Transfer to hotel . night in hotel .

DAY 02 : Chennai
After taking rest, visit the city to feel the atmosphere of South India. Madras has been the first capital of the British Raj. Today it is the capital of the Tamil Nadu state. You will discover St Mary church, the oldest Anglican church in Asia, and a fascinating museum, especially the bronze hall . Evening stroll on shore of Bay of Bengal on the long stretch of sandy Marina beach , that’s the right place to lost in the colourful Indian ambiance . Night in hotel.

DAY 03 - 04 – Chennai – Tirupathi 152 Kms 4 ½ Hrs
Morning drive to Tirupathi. After check in at hotel, you will visit Thirumala Balaji temple and Thiruchanur Alarmelu manga temple. Other attractions are Sri Varahaswami Temple, Teerthams in Tirumala, Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanoor, Over night stay in Tirupathi.

TIRAPUTI : The holy city is located in the south-eastern part of Andhra Pradesh, in Chittoor district. Known as the abode of the Hindu god 'Venkateshwara', Tirupati is famous for the Venkateswara temple in the sacred Tirumala hills at an elevation of 860m. One of the most important pilgrimage centres in India the temple draws millions of pilgrims and is believed to be the busiest pilgrimage centre in the world. Tirupati town itself has several temples and is famous for its red wooden toys, copper and brass idols

DAY 05 : Tirupathi to Mahabalipuram ,via Kanchipuram 210 Kms kms.
Kanchipuram is famous for its Kailash Nath temple, the first Dravidian temple and the 59 meter high Akambaranatyh temple which has been built by Pallawas from 6th to 8th century, and extended by Chollas. The most recent part of the wall has been added by Vijay Nagar 500 years ago. Evening check in hotel ,

DAY 06 : Mahabalipuram ,
It is a small village on the shore of Bay of Bengal, with somptuous rock carved temples belonging to the World Patrimonial. We will discover the very huge carved relief representing Ganga descending on Earth, beautiful temples , the Rathas – big stone carved chariots. We will have a stroll in the village or late afternoon, discover the fishermen coming back from fishing. night in the hotel .

DAY 07 : Mahabalipuram to Pondichery , 110 kms .
A 110 km drive, 2.30 hours, will bring you to Pondichery, small and charming city on the Bengal sea. It has been the capital of the French territory until 1954. Visit of this former French territory whose culture is still intact, where you will discover the European atmosphere which remains there as well as the big Bazar typically indian. Visit Sri Aurobindo Ashram , Gandhi’s mark on the see shore , discover the Bazar and Auroville , night in hotel .

DAY 08 : Pondichery- Chidambaram Tanjore (238 kms)
Chidambaram is an important destination for followers of the Hindu god Shiva and exponent of the fearsome, frenzied Tandav Nritya or the dance of destruction. At the centre of the town is the large Natraj Temple complex dedicated to Shiva as the divine dancer or Natraj,
50 km from Chidambaram is Gangaikondas Cholapuram, at one time the capital of the Chola kingdom. It has a Shiva temple that is noted for its hugeness and the rich carvings on the walls of demi-gods in dancing positions. A huge Nandi bull guards the entrance, night in hotel at Tanjore

DAY 09 : Tanjore
One of the most brilliant dynasty of South India, the Cholas, have settled in Tanjore their capital. We will visit the large Brihadishwara temple, a master piece of the Dravidian art which belongs to the world patrimonial. This 10th century temple dedicated to Shiva is one of the rare ones which are opened to the non Hindu people. Visit of the Tanjore museum, with its admirable collection of bronzes. Evening free , Night in a hotel .

DAY 10 Tanjore / Trichy 235 kms. 4hours.
Leave for Trichy located on the banks of the River Kaveri. Visit famous Ranganath temple at Srirangam. On arrival check in the hotel. Later visit the Rock Fort Temple, Srirangam and Jambukeshwar Temple. Night in hotel .

DAY 11 , Trichy -Pudukkottai-Chettinad (133 kms )
Pudukkottai has an interesting history. Almost every king ruled this spot and they contributed some thing or other to develop the town. The Pandyas, Cholas, Pallavas, Haysalas,Nayakas are notable personality who ruled Pudukkottai. Due to this there are many memorials in Pudukkottai. It exceeds the culture and tradition of India.Pudukkottai museum at Thirugokarnam is a souvenir for the lover of arts.

THIRUKATTALAI : Thirukattalai is 5 km far east from Pudukottai. This is the only temple in Pudukottai which reminds us the ancient Chola's architectural pattern. Sundareswarar Temple was built during Adhitha Cholan's period. The temple has a shrine and mandap and around that are seven temples for angels. The temple's terrace has images of Thatchinamorrthi, Pitchadamoorthi, Varagan, Vishnu and Brahma.
In Kodumballur are two temples namely Muvar Koil and Musukundeshwarar Koil. This place witnessed many historical wars.

DAY 12 :Chettinad-Madurai (100 km)
After 4.30 hours driving, we reach Madurai. It is one of the most extraordinary worship place in India, and the oldest city in Tamil Nadu. Its gigantic temple is dedicated to a female goddess Meenakshi, the goddess with fish eyes. One can get lost while visiting number of rooms and corridors, discovering the sumptuous sculptured pillars : for sure the devotion of architecture is deep and interesting. Night in hotel.

DAY 13 : Madurai to Kodaikunal –120 kms .
Gift of the forest, A hill station, at 2133 meters in the Palani Hills, off-shoot of the Western Ghat Mountain range which runs north-south along the west coast of peninsular India. Kodaikanal is in Tamilnadu state, bordering kerala. Night in hotel .

Some important attractions are as famous church, Christ the King Church”—again, a very Gothic and solemn granite structure with stained glass windows
Bryant’s Park, named after the forest officer who planned its layout around the turn of the century. Fairy Falls ,. Shenbaganur Museum , orchidariums with more than 300 species of orchids is also located on the premises of Sacred Heart College.

DAY 14 :Kodaikunal to Madras : 520 kms .
Evening reached at Chennai , Rest time at leisure , night in hotel .

DAY 15: Departure:
As per flight schedule transfer to airport for onward flight .