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| Area |
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1,30,058 sq kms. The Capital of the state is Chennai |
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| Boundaries |
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To the North of Tamil Nadu is Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka,
to the East is Bay of Bengal, to the South is Hind
Mahasagar and to the West is Kerala. |
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| Important
Cities and towns |
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Coimbatore, Kanchipuram, Madurai, Rameswaram, Ooty,
Tanjavore, Kanyakumari, Nagerkoil, Tuticorin,Sri
Perembudoor, Salem, Kodaikanal, Dindigul, Tirucherapalli |
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| Places
of Tourist Interest |
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Mahabalipuram, Thanjavore, Ooty, Madurai, Kanyakumari,
Mudumalai Forest sanctuary, Arunachhalam, Sree
Perembudoor, Chidambaram, Sree Rangam, Trichy,
Rameswaram, Kodaikanal, Yeracaud
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Time To Visit |
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November to March |
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| Airports |
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Chennai, Thiruchirapalli, Madurai, Coimbatore, Salem |
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| Climate |
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Tamil Nadu experiences north-east monsoon between
October and December and temperatures and humidity
are high all through the year. Hills of Tamil
Nadu can be cold in winter.
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| Required
Clothing |
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Lightweight cottons and linens. Warmer clothes
in winter particularly in hills.
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| CHENNAI |
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Chennai,
(formerly known as Madras) the capital
of Tamil Nadu, lies along the coast of
the Bay of Bengal. It was developed after
1639 when the British East India Company
established a fort and trading post at
the small fishing village of Chennai.
Over
the past three and a half centuries, the
small fishing village has grown into a
bustling metropolis which is especially
known for its spaciousness. Even elsewhere
in the city, one cannot fail to notice
the dominant British influences in the
form of old cathedrals, buildings in the
Indo-Saracenic style of architecture,
wide tree lined avenues.
Besides
the modern city itself, there are several
interesting towns like Mamallapuram
and Kanchipuram,
each with a rich collection of ancient
temples and an array of traditional handicrafts
which are very much their own. Pondicherry,
famous for its Aurobindo ashram. >>TOP
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Kodaikanal lies in the Western Ghats at
an altitude of over 7,000 feet, a beautiful
and un-spoilt hill station of Tamil Nadu
and offers a cool respite. There are many
breathtaking spots like the spectacular
Pillar Rocks,
the serene Coaker's
Walk and many magnificent waterfalls.
The lake with its 5 km long promenade
is popular with visitors.
SIGHTS
TO SEE
The
star shaped Kodaikanal
Lake is set amidst the sylvan serenity
of wooded slopes.
The Byrant Park
lies near the lake and is famed for its
colourful flowers. A horticultural
show in May is an annual feature
that attracts garden lovers.
The Solar Physical
Observatory founded in 1898 lies
at the highest point of the hills.
The Green Valley
View offers some unforgettable spectacles
of the hill resort.
The Bear Shola Falls
- a favorite picnic spot accessible only
by a rugged path. >>TOP
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| MADURAI |
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Madurai
is one of south India's oldest cities. It
has been a center of learning and pilgrimage
for centuries. The Shree
Meenakshi temple, in the heart of
the old town, is a classic example of Dravidian
architecture. The city is one huge non-stop
bazaar, full of shops, street markets, temples
and restaurants.
Excursions include Rameshwaram,
a major pilgrimage center, in South India;
Kodaikanal,
a popular hill station in the region; Tanjore,
the ancient capital of the Chola kings and
famous for metal, copper and bronze craft
and the Kanya Kumari
temple. >>TOP
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Ootacamand (Ooty)
is a peaceful pleasant town with shady avenues,
bustling markets and a salubrious climate.
Sights
to see
The
Ooty Lake:
The beautiful Ooty Lake is a favourite haunt
of tourists. There are facilities for boating
on the lake and pony rides for children around
it.
Botanical
Gardens:
Extending over 22 acres, this beautiful garden
with exotic trees. ornamental plants and undulating
lawns, was laid out in 1847. A marvellous flower
show is held here every May.
Wenlock
Downs:
The undulating countryside just outside Ooty
is ideal for long walks. >>TOP
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