Karaikudi: A Rising Tourist Destination in Tamil Nadu
Karaikudi, India is a municipality in Tamil Nadu, which was proclaimed a heritage town by the local government. It was founded in the 19th century. Its name came from Karai, a thorny plant.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Karaikudi is during the months of January through April, for the perfect weather. The busiest months are usually March, August, and December. Tourists are least likely to visit in November. One of the most famous events nearby is Chithirai Festival or Chithirai Thiruvizha in Madurai, which is held every April. It is a month-long celebration, with the first 15 days dedicated to the coronation of Meenakshi, and the marriage of Meenakshi and Sundareswara; and the last 15 days dedicated to the Journey of Lord Alagar.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Meenakshi Temple or Meenakshi Amman or Meenakshi-Sundareswara Temple in Madurai is one of the most popular attractions nearby. Established by King Kulasekara Pandya, it is dedicated to Meenashki and Sundareswar. Another interesting, nearby attraction is Brihadishwara Temple or Rajarajeswaram or Peruvudaiyar Kovil in Thanjavur. A Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, it is one of the biggest temples in southern India. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is also a great example of a realized Dravidian architecture. In fact, it is dubbed as one of the Great Living Chola Temples— together with Airavatesvara Temple and Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple. There are fine Karaikudi IN hotels you can stay. Moskva Hotel guarantees exceptional accommodation services that can make every guest, particularly foreigners, comfortable. Cosmopolitan Hotel provides spaces with excellent ambiance that inspire both productivity and relaxation. Other options include the Hotel Sathyam and the Vasalam-CGH Earth. Both hotels have room service as well as restaurants.
