One of the most gorgeous states is Tamil Nadu in India in. It has a handful of wonderful spots to visit. It is suitable for all kinds of tourism like family vacations, honeymoon trips, gang tours, devotional yatra and single-person trips. There are unmatchable and unforgettable enjoyments awaiting.
Tamilnadu At A Glance
| Famous Features | Hill Stations, Beaches, City Malls, Temples,… |
| Activities To Do | Trekking, Adventure Activities, Garden Visitings, Beach Fun, Temple Visit,… |
| Season | All The Seasons, Especially Winter Season |
| Famous For | Beauty of Nature And Man-made Amusement Spots |
| Suitable For | All Kind Of Tourism |
Top Places To Explore In Tamilnadu
- Kanyakumari
- Coimbatore
- Thanjavur
- Kodaikanal
- Ooty
- Hogenakkal
- Yelagiri
- Vellore
- Chennai
- Mahabalipuram
- Yercaud
Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari is one of the most familiar tourist destinations in India. It is located at the end of South India. Its attractions are unmatchable views of Sunrise and Sunset where both can be watched from a common spot on the beach. The gorgeous Sunrise from the vast ocean will take a place in every visitor’s heart. The enchanting moments are enjoyable and rejuvenating. The highlight of the Ocean is where the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean are meeting. And the clear sky hugging the sparkling water is like a painting to see. There you can witness the tallest statue (133 feet) of the greatest Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar. At the shore of the pristine Sea, a temple is situated which is dedicated to the powerful goddess known by the people as ‘Kanyakumari’.
Coimbatore
It cannot be explained just in a paragraph about the spots in the Coimbatore district. A bunch of sightseeing at a place attracts visitors because of its scenery. For example, if you are searching for waterfalls there are many Cascading namely Vydehi Falls, Monkey Falls, Siruvani Falls,… Then, about temples, there are Marudhamalai hill temple, Velliangiri hill temple, Masani Amman Temple,… And at the Velliangiri foothills, 112 feet height of Shiva statue is surrounded by stunning green farms. It is very famous among the tourists. VOC Amusement Park is a Zoological Park in Coimbatore that is great to spend time with family. Kodiveri Dam and Siruvani Dam are also must-visit tourist places. Then ‘Black Thunder’ water theme park, TNAU botanical garden, Nehru park, Gass forest museum and Aliyar dam reservoir park at Anamalai foothills are the beautiful places to visit.
Thanjavur
Thanjavur is an ideal location in Tamil Nadu. You can explore the most famous iconic building ‘Brihadeeswarar Temple’ known as ‘Thanjai Periya Koil’. It was built by the great Raja Raja Chola. This unique and architectural wonder is situated on the bank of the pristine Cauvery river. It is a 10th-century temple that serves as a great worship spot dedicated to Lord Shiva. Monuments and Sculptures in the temple are the symbols of admirable artwork that must be wondered by every visitor. It is a World Heritage site which features 216 feet of Raja Gopuram. There are many untold messages about the majestic Temple that can be known by visiting. And Thanjavur is an art gallery filled with amazing temples.
Kodaikanal
Are you looking for a mesmerizing honeymoon destination in Tamilnadu? Then you may choose Kodaikanal. It is a hill station adorned with green forests. The misty weather of the place makes it suitable to enjoy a romantic time. Cloudy cliffs and enchanting waterfalls, cascading verdure valleys are amazing to visit. The majestic Palani hills surround Kodaikanal with eye-catching viewpoints. Trekking, Mountain Biking and Coaker’s Walking are the activities you can experience. There are enchanting lakes ‘Berijam’ and ‘Mannavanur Lake’ that allow tourists to enjoy a peaceful ambience. Pine Forest, Lake Viewpoint, Silent Valley View, Caves, Chettiar Park, and Shembaganur Museum are interesting places that can be explored during the Kodaikanal visit. The other attraction is Bryant’s Botanical Garden. Here you can enjoy watching the most beautiful flower plants and 325 species of plants.
Ooty
As it is called Queen of hills, it has pretty sightseeing. The Chilly weather of this hill station is suitable for chilling up your mind and body. With a romantic environment, it is known as a familiar honeymoon spot. Green meadows, mesmerizing flora & fauna and charming surrounding views are making the spot heaven. There is Pykara Lake which offers thrilling speed boat rides. Pykara falls is an attractive sight. You can see the highest peak in the Western Ghats “Doddabetta”. Mudumalai National park is an interesting preserved area which is the home of many animals like Bears, Deer, Wild Boars, Bison, and majestic animals like Tigers and Elephants. Birdwatching is also enjoyable in the reserved area. Tea Museum, Emerald Lake and Government Rose Garden where the most beautiful colours of flowers attract tourists by their fragrance are the good places in and around Ooty.
Hogenakkal
Hogenakkal is a spot known for its beautiful Waterfalls. Streams of pristine Kaveri River fall through the rocky terrain in numerous steps. The scenery is impressive to watch. There are boat rides available for tourists to explore the alluring sceneries around the river. It is a picture-perfect spot in the Dharmapuri district. The Coracle (Parisal) ride between shallow rocks is also famous in Hogenakkal. Crocodile Park is one of the exciting places to visit there. Melanie Hills has located a short distance from Hogenakkal where you can explore the Wildlife Sanctuary and Spider Valley. With 2 hours of travel, you can reach Mettur dam with the stunning scenery of Ellis Park.
Yelagiri
A breathtaking hill station located in Tirupattur district is Yelagiri. It is a peaceful spot. And also an entertaining place to escape. There is no lack of adventure activities and stunning views with 14 hairpin bends. Because of its gorgeous scenery and amusements, it is suitable to call mini Ooty. It’s awesome to see the soft Sunlight entering the green forest that adorns the mountain. Punganur Lake offers a great experience of boating. Then Yelagiri nature park stretches for 12 acres of area that includes numerous Floral Plants, Waterfalls, a Fish Aquarium, Musical Fountains, a Bamboo House and a Children’s Park. Then Jalagamparai waterfalls are the most famous feature that can be reached by a 5 km trekking activity. There are many sites to visit like Birds Parks, Gardens, Lakes, Waterfalls and Swami Malai Hill Murugan Temple. Adventure Valleys with stunning activities and gorgeous farm landscapes.
Vellore
Vellore is a remarkable district in North Tamilnadu because of its admirable features. Vellore Fort is a 15th-century signature feature constructed with such an ideology. It is known as an example of great military architecture. It’s a unique structure that you must visit in Vellore. Very next to the Fort, the Periyar Park is situated where the domestic people are escaping to have some breathing time with family. Amirthi Zoological Park is a tourist place in a reserved forest area. There you can enjoy watching wildlife species. Then to explore the ideal structure of Delhi Gate and the familiar Palar River, you should visit Arcot. Jalakandeswarar Temple, Palamathi Hill Temple and Sripuram Golden Temple are some of the famous worship spots in and around the Vellore district.
Chennai
Chennai is the capital city of Tamilnadu. It is the coastal city where India’s longest beach and the world’s second-longest beach ‘Marina’ is located. It receives international tourists and domestic tourists because of the beach’s fun activities and stunning spots near it. Lighthouse, Government Museum, Guindy National Park, Semmozhi Poonga, Kapaleeswarar Temple, Fort St.George Museum and Santhome Church are some of the must-visit places near Chennai centre. There are numerous beaches with resort facilities like Besant Nagar Beach, Breezy Beach, Kovalam Beach, VGP Beach, Thiruvanmiyur Beach and Eliot Beach,… And the rapid transit system ‘MetroTrain’ is one of the reasons for the familiarity of Chennai. Malls are the most famous amusement places to enjoy shopping. Then T Nagar is the spot which is a highly crowded shopping area because of enormous shops with lower prices.
Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram is a remarkable place for the 7th- 8th century’s monolithic rock-cut temples and monuments. It receives both international and domestic visitors. Mahabalipuram beach is an ideal location for international tourists who are attracted by perfect sunbathing weather. Ancient ruins of monuments at the shore of the pristine Sea are famous for photography to capture the amazing artworks. Tiger Caves is a wonderful place where the rock-cut mandap with great artwork is dedicated to the goddess Durga Devi. Descent of the Ganges, Krishna’s Butterball also must-visit places in Mahabalipuram. The Crocodile Bank is a place to witness a bunch of reptiles. Last but not least ‘India Seashell Museum’ is the recently opened building where you can explore 40,000 different rare shells.
Yercaud
Yercaud is a hill station located at 4970 feet of altitude. Sloppy landscapes with coffee plantations are attractive aromatic sites in Yercaud. Emerald Lake is a natural water body that offers stunning scenery of gardens along its bank. It also offers a boat ride for a memorable experience. Pagoda Point is known for its charming valley views. The Botanical Garden is a mind-blowing spot with an exotic collection of plant species. Lady’s Seat is a cliff that offers panoramic views including the Mettur Dam. Anna Park is a major tourist attraction that receives a decent crowd for its alluring flower plants and other plants too. Spectacular Killiyur Falls, Bear’s Point and Thick Bamboo forests are other spots nestled in the hill station. Aroma oil shops, chocolate shops and Treetop adventure spots are other amusements that await you.
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