One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Madurai is often called the Athens of the East. The city flourished under the Pandya dynasty and is famous for its Dravidian-style temples.

Madurai Tamil Nadu is located on the banks of the Vaigai river. The city is well known for its rich heritage, temple, and Sangams. Most of the heritage sites in Madurai city are built in the Dravidian style of architecture that takes the visitors back to that era.  It is among the most outstanding Hindu pilgrimage centres in India.

Madurai city is planned in a traditional arrangement that has fivefold concentric rectangular forms with temples at the centre and encircled by important structures. The city is packed with religious masterpieces grabbing generous crowds throughout the year.

Bustling with markets, jasmine flowers, temples, and traditional Tamil cuisine. Try Jigarthanda, a local cold dessert drink.

• Meenakshi Amman Temple: An architectural marvel with towering gopurams (gateways), 14 in total. It's a hub of religious and cultural activity.
• Thirumalai Nayakar Palace: Built in the 17th century with Indo-Saracenic architecture. Famous for its majestic pillars and courtyard.
• Gandhi Memorial Museum: One of five Gandhi Sanghralayas in India, it houses original letters and relics of Mahatma Gandhi.
• Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam: A large temple tank used for the float festival.

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