Tamil Nadu Tourism
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Tamil Nadu depicts the heart of Dravidian culture in India. Along with its glorious past, vibrant culture, rich history, and natural bounty in the form of beaches and clear skies it is also the 11th largest state in India.
Tamil Nadu is a State with several distinct tourism genres. For its unique culture and ample tourism potential, tourists from upcountry and abroad flock the tourist spots throughout the year.
It has some of the most remarkable temple architecture, living tradition of music, dance, folk arts and fine arts. The state is well renowned for its heritage sites and temple towns, waterfalls, national parks, local cuisine and the fabulous wildlife and scenic beauty. The state boasts the largest tourism industry in India.
The State Tourism has been taking enduring efforts to promote tourism by providing basic infrastructure like public convenience, rest shed, drinking water, road improvement, car parking, etc.
Best Time to Visit Tamil Nadu
Post monsoon in November, the climate of Tamil Nadu remains cool and begins to get colder until the end of March making it the best time to visit especially for sightseeing and temple tours.
Tourist Attractions in Tamil Nadu
While Tamil Nadu’s temples are undoubtedly its major attraction, crowning the cluster of hills in the northwestern part of the state are the Nilgiris, and Udhagamandalam (Ooty) -the state's best-known hill station. Close by are Coonoor, Kotagiri, Doddabetta, and Mukurti Peak. Further towards the south is Kodaikanal, a quiet hill station, set around a lake that exudes colonial charm and boasts of coffee plantations in the south. For those who prefer the company of birds and beasts can venture into the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Palani Hills.
One can enjoy on the Marina beach, go cruising in the theme parks, or let the mind search for peace in the midst of magnificent temples. The Brihadisvara Temple in Thanjavur which is about 1000 years old and listed as UNESCO world heritage site and Kapaleeshwarar Temple are a must see. Also, bustling with pilgrims, priests, and tourists the unforgettable destination- Rameswaram needs no introduction.
How to Reach Tamil Nadu
By Air : Tamil Nadu has 4 international airports and 2 domestic airports. It’s four international airports are Chennai International Airport, Coimbatore International Airport, Tiruchirapalli International Airport and Madurai International Airport. Salem and Tuticorin airports are domestic airports which connect the state with the rest of the country.
By Rail : The Southern Railways covers a large area of the Southern Peninsula of India. The broad gauge rail system links Chennai with Cochin, Bangalore, Calcutta, Mumbai, Delhi, and the northern part of India.
By Road : Tamil Nadu has a road network of nearly 1.70 lakh kilometers. Private bus operators accompanying some government buses link the important cities and ply through the entire south. Inter-state buses operate by the State Express Transport Corporation connect Chennai with the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.
