7N/8Day Itinerary: Madurai – Rameswaram – Tirunelveli – Thiruvananthapuram – Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram
8-Day Itinerary: Madurai – Rameswaram – Tirunelveli – Thiruvananthapuram – Kovalam-Thiruvananthapuram
📍 Day 01: Arrival in Madurai
- Pick-up from Madurai Airport and transfer to hotel.The rest of the day is free for relaxation after the journey.
- You can explore nearby markets for local handicrafts, jasmine flowers, and Madurai's famous Jigarthanda drink.
- Overnight Stay: Madurai.
📍 Day 02: Madurai Local Sightseeing
- Meenakshi Amman Temple: A stunning Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Shiva.
- Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace: A grand palace built in 1636 AD, showcasing Indo-Saracenic architecture.
- Gandhi Memorial Museum: Showcasing India's struggle for independence and rare artifacts.
- Koodal Azhagar Temple: One of the 108 Divya Desams, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
- Mariamman Teppakulam: A huge temple tank, known for its floating temple festival.
- Optional: Try famous Madurai street food like Kari Dosa and Jigarthanda.
- Overnight Stay: Madurai.
📍 Day 03: Madurai to Rameswaram (Approx. 170 km, 4 hrs)
- Check-out and drive towards Rameswaram, an important pilgrimage site.
- En Route Visit:
- Uthirakosamangai Temple: Houses a rare emerald Shiva Lingam.
- Varahi Amman Temple: A sacred temple for Goddess Varahi.
- Thirupullani Temple: Where Lord Rama meditated before building the bridge to Lanka.
- Pamban Bridge: Stop for a breathtaking view of India’s first sea bridge.
- Check-in at hotel and relax.
- Evening: Visit local markets for shopping, famous for pearls, conch shells, and silk items.
- Overnight Stay: Rameswaram.
📍 Day 04: Rameswaram Spiritual Tour
- Early Morning:
- Spatika Lingam Darshan: Special puja at Ramanathaswamy Temple at 5 AM.
- 22 Wells Theertham Bath: A holy ritual involving bathing in sacred wells.
- Main Darshan at Ramanathaswamy Temple, one of the Char Dham sites.
- After Breakfast:
- Ramar Patham: Believed to have Lord Rama’s footprints.
- Panchamukhi Anjaneyar Temple: Features a five-faced Hanuman idol made of black stone.
- After Lunch:
- Dhanushkodi Beach & Ruins: Visit the ghost town destroyed in the 1964 cyclone.
- Gothandaramar Temple: Associated with Lord Rama’s victory in Lanka.
- Dr. Abdul Kalam House & Memorial: Learn about the life of India’s former President.
- Overnight Stay: Rameswaram.
📍 Day 05: Rameswaram to Tirunelveli (Approx. 230 km, 5 hrs)
- Check out and proceed to Tirunelveli, a historical and spiritual hub.
- Visit:
- Nellaiappar Temple: A 7th-century Shiva temple known for its musical pillars and grandeur.
- Kanthimathi Amman Temple: A part of the Nellaiappar temple complex, dedicated to Goddess Parvati.
- Optional: Try Tirunelveli Halwa, a famous sweet made with wheat and ghee.
- Overnight Stay: Tirunelveli.
📍 Day 06: Tirunelveli to Thiruvananthapuram (Approx. 150 km, 4 hrs)
- En Route Visit:
- Agastheswarar Temple: Dedicated to Sage Agastya and Lord Shiva, known for its peaceful atmosphere.
- Thiruvattar Adikesava Perumal Temple: An ancient Vishnu temple with a reclining Lord Vishnu idol.
- Reach Thiruvananthapuram and check in to hotel.
- Overnight Stay: Thiruvananthapuram.
📍 Day 07: Thiruvananthapuram Sightseeing & Kovalam Stay
- Padmanabhaswamy Temple: The world’s richest temple, famous for its intricate Dravidian architecture.
- Napier Museum & Zoo: A historic museum housing artifacts and Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.
- Shangumugham Beach: A serene spot to relax by the Arabian Sea.
- Proceed to Kovalam, Kerala’s famous beach town.
- Overnight Stay: Kovalam.
📍 Day 08: Kovalam Local Sightseeing & Airport Drop
- Visit:
- Lighthouse Beach: A scenic beach with an old lighthouse offering panoramic sea views.
- Hawa Beach: Known for its peaceful and less crowded ambiance.
- Samudra Beach: A quiet beach perfect for relaxation.
- Drop at Thiruvananthapuram Airport for departure.
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