Soul of Madurai

Overview

I am local story teller with 15 years of experience in heritage, architecture tours. Well versed in the city history as well as soaked in the mythology of meenakshi and sundareswarar

Itinerary

1. Sri Meenakshis tempel

   Meenakshi temple is heart beat of madurai city rivalling mecca and vatican in reverence and grand ness, the temple and the surrounding bustling markets are always fascinated international travellers as well as local pilgrims and merchants , the unique tailors market is punctual and precise with most authentic flavour, the spice market, onion market, banana market, fruits market are photogenic and also tourist friendly. The palace of thirumalai nayak king is unique in its indo saracenic architecture with grand pillars and halls, the roman catholic cathedral reflects the religious diversity of this ancient town!

   · 1 h· Admission included

2. Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal

   Indo saracenic architecture

   · 30 min· Admission included

3. St. Mary's Cathedral Church

   Explore this old Neo gothic- Roman catholic cathedral

   · 15 min

4. see the gigantic granite pillars which were earlier part of Nayak Palace and now hidden in narrow market area

   · 10 min

5. South India is famous for different native banana varieties which are found in this market

   · 10 min

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

Product code: 5623905P7

Activity offered by GERMAN VENKATESH MADURAI via Viator.