Important Places to Visit Meenakshi Amman Temple, Brihadeeswara Temple, Marina Beach, Shore Temple, Doddabetta Peak
Historical Info Tamil Nadu, a South Indian state, is famed for its Dravidian-style Hindu temples. In Madurai, Meenakshi Amman Temple has high ‘Gopuram’ towers ornamented with colourful figures. On Pamban Island, Ramanathaswamy Temple is a pilgrimage site. The town of Kanyakumari, at India’s southernmost tip, is the site of ritual sunrises. Capital Chennai is known for beaches and landmarks including 1644 colonial Fort St. George
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Important Festival Pongal, Thaipusam, Karthigai Deepam, Thiruvaiyaru Festival, Natyanjali Dance Festival, Jallikattu Bull Festival.