Madurai Local Sightseeing Tour

Madurai Local Sightseeing Tour

One of the oldest and continuously inhabited cities in the world. Madurai’s history goes back to 3rd century. Dominated by several great rulers, experience the culture of Madurai with this private tour of its ancient temples.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, Venmani Rd, Sellur, Madurai 625002 India

Meenakshi Temple stands as a testimony of the brilliant sculpture art that existed in India. Built on an acreage spanning 15 acres, the temple is a place with activity all the time- you can spot pilgrims as well as tourists. Some interesting features of the temple are the hall of thousand pillars where viewing from any angle will make us to see all the pillars in a straight line and musical pillars which when tapped produce a musical sound. 

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, Near Meenakshi Temple, Madurai India

The residence of King Thirumalai Nayak and was approximately four times bigger than what is seen today. The exterior, as well as the interiors of this palace, have been richly adorned. One can notice the excellent stucco work done on the arches and domes of the palace (Lunch break between 1pm to 2pm).

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gandhi Memorial Museum, Tamukkam, Madurai 625020 India

Houses Gandhi's bloodstained dhoti and some other artifacts. Those who wish to know more about the freedom struggle, though, will be interested in the extensive text housed here (lunch break between 1pm to 2pm)

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Koodal Azhagar Temple, Perumal Koil Sannathi Street Opp Periyar bus stand, Periyar, Madurai 625001 India

This ancient temple is one of the 108 holy abodes of Lord Vishnu and is thereby much revered by Hindus of India and abroad. (Closed between 12pm to 4pm) 

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Alagarkoil Temple and Shrine, Solaimalai Hill, Madurai 625001 India

Located about (20 km) away from the city in the hills of the village of Alagarkoil that is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. At the top of the hill is a natural stream from where the water is carried fresh daily by the temple priest for the Lord. (Closed between 1pm to 4pm) 

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Pazhamudhir Solai, Near Alagar Koil Temple, Madurai India

Temple for Lord Karthikeya located near Alagar Koyil in the hills of the Solai jungle. It's another one of the six temples dedicated to Lord Muruga. (Closed between 1pm to 4pm) 

Kindly note:- it's your responsibility to manage the time on each attractions by considering closing time of the temples (or) you can customise it your own if you wishes, but please make sure the entire tour activity should not be exceed maximum time limit that mentioned in the respective options.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, Thiruparankundram India

One of the six blessed abodes of the Arupadai Veedu group of shrines dedicated to Lord Muruga, which is located on a hillock approximately 5 miles (8 km) from Madurai. (Closed between 1pm to 4pm) 

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Aayiram Kaal Mandapam, Inside Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai India

Part of Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple

Duration: 15 minutes