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6 Days in Madurai: Unveiling Ancient Marvels

Vishal Maheshwari

Vishal Maheshwari

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Madurai, Tamil Nādu, India, as you explore ancient marvels and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage. Discover the awe-inspiring Meenakshi Amman Temple, wander through the vibrant streets, and indulge in authentic local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Madurai

Day 1Modern Restaurant and Meenakshi Amman Temple
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$38

Modern Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$25
5 - 8 min

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Meenakshi Amman Temple
Ancient, walled, Hindu place of worship with sacred water tank and colourful, sculpted gate towers.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
Day 2Impala Hotel, Samanar Jain Hills, Kazimar Big Mosque, and Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
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$64

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$ 5

Impala Hotel
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$45
16 - 20 min

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Samanar Jain Hills, Keelakuyilkudi
Sacred hillside known for 1st-century rock carvings & an ornate Jain temple housing painted icons.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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$6
28 - 34 min

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Kazimar Big Mosque
Vast historic blue-&-white mosque, founded in the 1200s by a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
14 - 17 min

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Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam
Vast, historic pond at Vandiyur Mariamman Temple, home of the popular Float festival in Jan/Feb.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
Day 3A2B restaurant, Puthu Mandapam, Thousand Pillars, and Meenakshi Temple Museum
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$65

A2B restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
6 - 9 min

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Puthu Mandapam
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$6
2 - 3 min

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Thousand Pillars
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
9 - 14 min

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Meenakshi Temple Museum
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
Day 4Kumar Mess, Gandhi Memorial Museum, and Thirumohoor Shri Kalameghaperumal Temple
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$53

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$ 2

Kumar Mess, Tallakulam
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
11 - 16 min

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Gandhi Memorial Museum
Exhibits & artifacts on Gandhi & India's independence movement, with many photos from his life.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$6
23 - 28 min

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Thirumohoor Shri Kalameghaperumal Temple
Dravidian temple dedicated to Vishnu & dating back thousands of years, with an ornate entry gate.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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$6
Day 5Carnival, Madurai Corporation Eco Park, and Pasumalai Hill
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$32

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$25
10 - 15 min

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Madurai Corporation Eco Park
Spacious park featuring playgrounds, tree-topped lawns, statues & a pond for boating activities.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Pasumalai Hill
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
Day 6Unleashing the Magic of Madurai
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$0

Budget breakdown: $258 In total

Activities & Food:$250
Transport:$8