Erwadi, Rameshwaram
Erwadi is a small town near the city of Rameshwaram, dwelling flawlessly along the sea shore. The town gained its popularity for housing the sacred shrine of the Hazrat Sultan Syed Ibrahim Sahid Aulia. he shrine is believed to be 800 years old and thought to possess some magical powers. People from all over the country pay a visit here to get cured from their chronic illness. The town commences an…
Thirupullani, Rameshwaram
Merely 70kms from Rameshwaram is this renowned Vishnu Temple also known as Sri Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple. The temple has its religious, historical and architectural importance as well. The temple has undergone many renovations by Cholas, Pandayas and Sethupathy kings. It is among the rare temples in the world has a statue of the reclining deity. The temple worships Lord Dharba Sayana Rama, and also Goddess Padmasini, Goddess Shridevi, Goddess…
Narasingam
Narasingam is known for its Cave temple. The temple was constructed in 770 AD by Madurakavi (minister of the Madurai King Paraanthaka Nedunchelzyan) to worship Yoga Narasinga Perumal. The temple holds a beautiful sculpture of Narasinga Perumal which is carved out of the Aanaimalai Hill rocks. Facing this temple is another temple, that worships goddess Sri Narasingavalli. And yet another to the west is another cave temple that worships God Muruga…
Kumbakkarai Waterfalls
The Kumbakkarai Waterfalls is located close to Madurai- Kodaikanal road on the hills of Kumbakkarai. The water cascades down majestically from the height of 87 feet and makes a small pond underneath. The breath taking view of the water gliding down from the hills crossing the rocks and making huge roar is worth appreciating. The trekkers ranging to the Kodai hills can often be spotted here enjoying their journey. You…
Wenlock Downs
Think of the endless green land and that place is here. The vast green stretch of land is nothing but a peaceful and calm area to walk and walk around. Its like a never ending walk here. The Wenlock downs have lots of green grass, eucalyptus trees and beautiful woollen sheets gazing all around. Its like a piece of paradise fallen on earth. The Wenlock hills shares some of its…
Kamaraj Sagar
Kamraj Sagar Dam aka Sandynalla Reservoir is a very peaceful and scenic dam built over the Kamrajar Lake. The dam marks its location over the slopes of the Wenlock Downs and on the way to the Pykara. The dam over a wide area of 400 acres of land and has a total length of 6 km. The dam, apart from its prime function of dealing with the water, also provides…
Pykara Dam and Reservoir
Travel for 22 km from Ooty, on Ooty – Mysore road to reach this beautiful destination. The Dam is popular because of the scenic view it offers. People often flock here in groups to enjoy the beauty of nature and also go boating. The Pykara Dam is built over the Pykara River, which is the largest river in Nilgiris district. The Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation established a boathouse on…
Emerald Lake
Emerald lake, as the name indicates, has ming blogging lake with emerald blue water, that gives the tourists an ideal place for sight seeing and enjoying the day. Travel 17 km from Ooty to reach this serene lake. The lake is considered to be part of the Silent Valley National Park. The Emerald Lake provides a glorious view of the lush green meadows and the surrounding forest. Activities to do here- it…
Rose Garden
Ooty Rose Garden aka Jayalalithaa Rose Garden, the Nootrandu Roja Poonga or the Centenary Rose Park is a piece of paradise for the rose lovers. The garden is beautifully landscaped to spread the beautiful colours and fragrance all over. The Ooty Rose Garden was established in 1995 beautifies the Elk Hill slopes in Ooty. The garden is maintained by the Horticulture Department of Tamil Nadu. The garden is spread over four…
Wax World Museum
After the natural beauties in the city of Ooty, the most prominent place of attraction is the Wax World Museum. Shreeji Bhaskaran (a businessman of the area) laid down the first brick of the museum, which was inaugurated by Sri. Santosh K. Mishra (Collector, Nilgiris district) in March 2007. The wax museum sits in a 130-year-old Colonial Mansion of the city of Ooty. The museum has brilliantly carved wax statues…