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Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
0.69km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This palace was erected in 1626 AD in the city of Madurai, by king Thirumalai Nayak. The palace depicts the perfect blend of Dravidian and Rajput styles. After Independence, this palace was declared as a national monument and till date continues to be one of the spectacular monuments of Southern India.
Pazhamudircholai
0.82km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
The Pazhamudirsolai is an important temple dedicated to Murugan which resides atop a hill. The hill is framed for its dense forest and a plethora of trees filled with a variety of fruits.
Gandhi Memorial Museum
2.41km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This is a memorial for Gandhiji established in 1959. it is one of the five Gandhi Sangrahalayas in India. It includes a part of the blood-stained garment worn by Gandhi, when he was assassinated.
Samanar Hills
7.87km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A hill complex located in Madurai which is revered for its historical and cultural significance. this is the prime location where the Jain monks lived about 2000 years ago.
Kutladampatti Falls
26.31km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This is a 27-meter long waterfall located inside a reserve forest of Kutladampatti, where one can spend an inexpensive time and rejuvenate the mind and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Sirumalai Reserved Forests
33.37km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Sirumalai is a reserved region of 6000 acres. Many high hills, nature, waterfalls, trekking area ,wildlife ,etc.
Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary
47.84km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This is a protected area for birds. breeding habitat. It was declared as a sanctuary in 1977. This place draws attention to various migratory birds and species.
Dindigul Rock Fort
51.92km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A 17th-century hill fort built by Madurai Nayak situated in the top a hill. Historical place, architectural beauty.
Vaigai Dam
59.89km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A dam built across the Vaigai river. It provides water for irrigation to the Madhurai district and Dindigul district.
Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary
66.66km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This was established in 1988 to protect the vulnerable giant grizzled squirrel. It is bordered by the Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Kumbakkarai Falls
70.67km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Kumbakkarai falls is the lesser- known falls in the foothills of Kodaikanal. This falls has two stages. . The travellers come here and take bath in the falls. The water flows throughout the year; but in rainy seasons the flow will be very heavy. Bathing is possible.
Karpaga Vinayagar TEMPLE
73.79km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
This is an ancient rock-cut cave shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesha. There are rock-cut images of Shiva and other gods as well as several shrines.
Ponnaniyaru Dam
74.98km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
It is constructed beyond Preumalmalai and Chemmalai. The tourism around the dam is promoted by the Tamil Nadu Department of Tourism. A large number of local people and outsiders visit the dam. There is a bridge without any support of piers on the Ponnaniyaru Dam. It is known as a hanging bridge and offers you the panoramic view of lush green forest and hills. Standing on the bridge, you can see the trains moving on the rails between the hillocks.
Kodaikanal Pine Forest
75.91km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A great place for some nature walking and photography. This is a popular tourist spot in Kodaikanal and has an option for horse riding. The pine trees were planted in 1906 in order to grow timber.
Coakers Walk - Kodaikanal
76.71km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Coakers Walk is a beautiful man-made one-kilometre-long walking plaza built on the mountains in the mesmerizing city of Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal Lake
77.64km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A manmade lake located in the Kodaikanal city. boating, natural beauty, horse ride, shopping etc.
Thirumayam Fort
78.22km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
A 40-acre wide ring fortress in the town of Thirumayam.The construction of the fort is of inferior quality as small blocks of stone were used along with bricks for the building of the fortification.
Pillar Rocks Viewpoint
78.56km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Pillar Rocks are three vertical granite boulders, standing shoulder to shoulder amidst untouched packets of dense rainforests.
Bear Shola Falls
78.67km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Bear Shola Falls is a popular tourist spot in the region of Kodaikanal. This cascade is a seasonal attraction that comes to life in its fullest during the monsoons when the water flows down from the hilltop making its way through the verdant greenery of the region.
Guna Caves
78.92km from Meenakshi Amman Temple
Guna Cave is wonderful tourist spot in Kodaikanal on Moir Point road. The cave is formed between two large Pillar Rocks. It is one of the best tourist places to visit in kodaikanal. This large, dark and ancient cave is also called as Devil's Kitchen.
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Meenakshi Amman Temple
Madurai Main, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625001, India
A world-famous temple located in Madurai. The temple has a great mythological and historical significance. This temple is nominated as one of the wonders in the world by its architectural beauty and myths.