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Madurai Travel Guide: 114 reviews and 316 photos
After having visited Kochi with its Backwaters and the Periyar Lake in the state of Kerala, we continue our tour to Madurai.
Originally called Madhurapuram, the city derives its name from the divine nectar (Madhu) that was showered from the locks of Lord Shiva according to a popular belief.
The temple city of Madurai is situated on the banks of the River Vaigai. Madurai is now the second largest city in Tamil Nadu, and is among the most important pilgrimages for Hindus.
Time to take off to Tanjore (Thanjavur)
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Sangam inscribed in white marble
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The Golden Lotus Tank
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Wonderful carved statues
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The towers that loom overhead are famous for detailed carvings of the gods and goddesses, mythological figures and... more travel advice
The Minakshi Sundareshwarar Temple
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Minakshi is a local goddess who fought a battle against Shiva and then married him. The worship of Shiva (as... more travel advice
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Comments (8)
Fantastic colourful photos.we will be visiting this part of India next year.
Beautiful !!!!
Outstanding pictures and descriptions of amazing temples. Interesting info on arranged marriages!
Great tips and pics. This is the Real India. The temples are so colorful. Thanks for the info.
Terrific photography of just the type subjects and architecture I enjoy seeing. Interesting commentary as well.
Wonderful page here! The Minakshi temple is just beautiful, great pictures and very helpful information. Thanks for sharing. :o)
How lucky to have come across a wedding party, sad to hear some of the results of the dowry system though. Very colourful page Gini, The Minakshi Sundareshwarar Temple is amzing! (~_~)
Beautiful place.