Welcome to Tamil Nadu! The land where the tales and influence of Cholas, Pandyas, and Pallavas can still be seen and the beauty landscape, sacred temples, and imposing wildlife make you feel instantly connected with this tourist destination in India. It is not wrong to say if we call Tamil Nadu the heart of Incredible India. It is one of the top places to visit in India due to its rich culture and heritage.
There is an essence of spirituality through plethora of scenic temples, a touch of serenity through its soothing beaches and hill stations, an aura of wilderness and vitality through its amazing Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks, a sense of joy through its various festivals and art forms, a spirit of authenticity through its delectable cuisines and liveliness in its colorful markets. Yes, this bliss of South India is one of a kind. Come here and you will realize you are in a land of where each mile reveals something of great universal value. In terms of tourism, it has too much to offer that you will fall short of vitality to explore.
Tourists here have a variety of experiences to relish. Be it heritage monuments, calm beaches, mesmerizing Hill stations or the scenic temples, Tamil Nadu is a colorful palette rich culture and beauty. Which is the reason Tamil Nadu being the most popular tourist destination in India.
Tamil Nadu has plenty of tourist attractions dotting its length and breadth but Pilgrimage Sites are the best places to explore in Tamil Nadu. Numerous ancient temples, decked in Dravidian architecture have been luring the tourists from all over the world for ages. Some of them are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is a perfect place to fulfill your transcendent quest.
The state boasts of plethora of temples like Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Jambukeswarar Temple, Kailasanathar Temple, Tiruvarur Thyagaraja Swamy Temple, Vaitheeswaran TempleThillai Nataraja Temple, Annamalaiyar Temple, etc. which reveals stories of around 800 to 2000 years old. These temples are a great legacy of Cholas, Cheras, Pandyas, Pallavas, Nayakas and Vijayanagar rulers.
The series of creating the magnificent temples started with a great Pallava ruler in 700 AD. Pallava rulers gifted the most beautifully carved stone temples to add to the charm of Tamil Nadu. Kailasanathar Temple and Shore Temple is one of the outstanding examples of this genre.
From 900 Ad Chola ruled and enhanced the beauty of temples by building towers and halls. The great living Chola Temples is a UNESCO world Heritage Site which you should not miss, if you are visiting Tamil Nadu. Vijayanagar and Nayaka rulers innovated the arches, pillars and curvy paths near the shrines.
Meenakshi Amman Temple, Adi Kumbeswarar temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Ekambareswarar Temple, Ramanathaswamy Temple, the group of Chola Temples, Mahabalipuram Temple and Srivilliputhur Andal Temple are some of the most popular pilgrimage destinations in Tamil Nadu.
