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Tamil Nadu Tourism

Meenakshi Temple, Madurai

Tamilnadu - Whiff of Paradise

Perched in the Southern most part of Indian Peninsula, the state of Tamil Nadu is situated between Bay of Bengal in the east and Indian Ocean in the south. Tamilnadu is a state that is blessed with all the geographical landforms ranging from beaches like Marina beach, Kanyakumari beach and hill stations like Ooty, Kodaikanal to rain forests and plains. The state is so naturally beautiful that it seems that God himself has handpicked the most splendid spots and assembled them to make this enchanting state of Tamilnadu.

Tamilnadu has a very ancient history that dates back to more than few thousands of years. The Dravidians are considered to be the first inhabitants of this state. So you will find the state exhibit the Dravidian culture in its arts and architecture. Infect every dynasty that ever ruled this land, has left an indestructible impression on the state's architecture. The Tamilians were and are considered as the best creators of temples, and you will find the proof when you visit the bewitching temples and monuments in any region of Tamilnadu.

Tamilnadu has its capital in Chennai, which is one of the four major cities of India and is the fastest on the path of development. It is major center of South Indian Film Industry - the Kollywood. The state is so obsessed with their big screen stars that they give them honors and positions that are the highest that a civilian can get. Tamilnadu is also famous for its sumptuous and mouthwatering delicacies. The South Indian cuisine is not restricted to just Dosas and Idlis, it has dishes that you might not have ever heard of, but these dishes are definitely the missing parts of your meals that your tongue has been craving for. As a cosmopolitan state also, Tamilnadu has already made its mark and many global companies are choosing this state to set up their business in India.

So to enjoy the untamed thrills, to rediscover the lost adventurer in you, come to this land of rustic charms which cater to you the breathtaking views of most exotic nature's gifts and a chance to extol the most refined man's gifts to mankind.

Highlights	Hill Stations
Beaches Trekking Water & Aerosports Dances Festivals Pilgrimages Cuisine Adventure Sports	Udhagamandalam(Ooty) Yercaud Kodaikanal

Temple Towns	Hot Destinations
Madurai Kanyakumari Rameswaram Tiruchirappalli Mamallapuram	Chennai Coimbatore Chidambaram Kancheeppuram Thanjavur Tirunelveli Vellore

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