“The Journey of Lord Kallalagar” Kallalagar Temple Situated in Alagarkovil, approximately 21 kilometers from Madurai, the Kallalagar Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, revered here as Kallalagar. It is one of the 108 Vaishnava Divvyade ...
Magical Madurai & Charming Chettinad
Our special travel plan will take you to the grand Madurai temples and the intimate Chettinad shrines, where nine divine powers who have transformed millions of lives wait to bless you. In these sacred spaces, as you walk barefoot on sun-warmed stone, surrounded by the incense smoke and the glow of a hundred lamps, you will absorb the sacred vibrations of the ancient mantras and partake in powerful rituals that have remain unchanged for 2,500 years.
Whether it is Amma’s motherly compassion at Meenakshi Amman temple or Lord Ganesha’s blessings at Pillayarpatti to removes all obstacles, each temple holds the power to transform your destiny. You can seek Lord Murugan’s courage at three of his sacred abodes, receive Lord Vishnu’s grace at hilltop sanctuaries, and experience Bhairava’s fierce protection in Chettinad’s timeless villages.
Beyond the temple walls, we will take you into the soul of Tamil Nadu, to explore Madurai’s magic and Chettinad’s charm.
The vibrant bazaars of Pudhu Mandapam bazaar adjacent to the Meenakshi Temple, housed in the ancient stone pillared halls offer a unique shopping experience. Heavy with the fragrance of Madurai jasmine and abuzz with life and colour, find rainbow arrays of glass bangles in every hue, intricate woodcrafts that showcase centuries of Tamil artistry and shops offering everything from pooja paraphernalia to colorful old-fashioned trunks. You will also have time to browse and shop for Madurai’s silk sarees, hand-woven cottons, gleaming brassware and intricate stone carvings in other parts of the city.
Madurai’s cuisine, has its own authentic flavors perfected over generations. Linger over lunch in century-old eateries to savor Jigarthanda, Kari Dosa, and other famous Madurai delicacies before moving on to Chettinad.
Chettinad’s timeless legacy of elegance is attributed to The Chettiars, the legendary merchant community, who once controlled vast trade networks across Asia. You will see this reflected in the grand mansions they built, adorned with Italian marble, Burmese teak pillars, Belgian crystal chandeliers, and hand-painted tiles from Japan. With their enormous wealth, they transformed their humble villages into showcases of refined taste.
No journey to Chettinad is complete without experiencing it’s celebrated cuisine. Your lunch and dinners will provide ample opportunity to savour the time-honored recipes that create some of South India’s most distinctive flavors.
Watch local artisans craft the region’s famous Athangudi tiles by hand, each one unique, using techniques perfected over generations and take home a piece of Chettinad’s artistic heritage. Browse exquisite handloom cotton sarees in vibrant hues, intricately woven baskets that have become symbols of the region, beautifully carved woodwork, and gleaming brassware that echo the grandeur of the merchant mansions. Each piece tells a story of craftsmanship passed down through generations.
This is where ancient spirituality meets living heritage—a journey that touches both the divine and the deeply human heart of Tamil Nadu.
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