Tamil Nadu, the land of the Tamils is one of the most welcoming states in the country. The localities of the state make it extremely warm for every traveler that exploring the places becomes so much more fun that anticipated. Tamil Nadu is rich in flora and fauna, is abundant in natural resources, and is also abundant in vegetation. This makes sure that the state is filled with natural landscapes all around. Along with this, Tamil Nadu has a plethora of calming and architectural places to explore. Below are the 10 best places to visit in Tamil Nadu.  Those destinations can be visited on Tamil Nadu tour packages.

Kodaikanal: Starting with the most beautiful hill town of the state and that is Kodaikanal. This is referred to as the princess of the hill station and also as the gift of the forest. It is because the entire hill station is covered with thick forests from all sides. It is on the top of Palani hills and the view from there is incredible. Kodai Lake, green valley view, Berijam Lake, Kurinjiandavar Temple, and Dolphin’s Nose are the top touring places here.

Rameshwaram: Rameshwaram is the topmost pilgrim spot in India and it has special place in the heart of the Hindus. It is also one of the 4 places in the holiest Char Dham Yatra as per the Hindu mythology. The Rameshwaram temple is home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingams of Lord Shiva. It is the place where Lord Rama prayed to Lord Shiva to cleanse the sin committed by Ravan.

Kanyakumari: This is the southernmost tip of India or the end point of India. Its former name was Cape Comorin. This one is an ancient town that has history about the Chola, Chera, and the Pandya dynasty. Apart from the historical and architectural beauty, the town is famous for beaches, monuments, temples, and the cultural centers. Kanyakumari temple, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Suchindrum, Thiruvalluvar Statue, and Padmanabhapuram Palace are the top places to explore here.

Ooty: Ooty is a quite famous hill station and one of the most popular vacation spot in the country. The town lies in the lap of the Nilgiri Mountains and has mesmerizing views of the thick eucalyptus forests. Lakes, mountains, valleys, gardens, etc are the view points of the hill station. Doddabetta Peak, Avalanche Lake, Emerald Lake, Pykara River, Ooty lake are some of the beautiful places to explore here.

Mahabalipuram: Mahabalipuram or Mamallapuram is a town that is famous for the ancient heritage spots. To experience the authentic heritage of the state, one must visit Mahabalipuram. The town was ruled by the Pallava dynasty in 7th century AD and it was their prominent sea port. There are a lot of UNESCO world heritage sights here to explore that are heavenly picturesque. Arjuna’s Penance, Cave Temples, Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas, and Thirukadalmallai are some of the top places to explore here. Get Mahabalipuram tour packages.

Coimbatore: Coimbatore is another very famous hill station of the state that has been given the title of ‘Manchester of India’. There are a lot of waterfalls and rivers that make it a pleasant place to spend time at. The climate of the town is always soothing so it makes easier for the travelers to travel anytime during the year. Perur Patteeswarar Temple, Marudamalai Temple, Anubhavi Subramaniar Temple, Siruvani Waterfalls are some top spots for touring in the town.

Kumbakonam: Kumbakonam is an underrated gem to explore in Tamil Nadu. This is a pilgrimage town in the state that attracts majorly devotees from across the country. It is an ancient temple town and it is beautifully placed between the two rivers of Cauvery and Arasalar. There are a lot of temples and mutts that are in the town to explore. There is a sacred Mahamaham Tank in the town in which the devotees take a holy bath to remove their sins.

Madurai: Madurai is one of the most vibrant cities to explore in the state. It is also one of the oldest inhabited cities of the world. The Pandya and the Chola dynasties have ruled this town as well. So, this brings out a lot of historical evidences in this town. The tourists come to the town to explore the beautiful temples of the city like Sree Meenakshi Amman Temple, Koodal Azhagar Temple, and other places like Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, Pazhamudhir Solai, etc. Avail Madurai tour packages.

Hogenakkal: Another gem of a place in the state is Hogenakkal. Hogenakkal is famous for the Hogenakkal waterfalls which is one of the best waterfalls of India. This waterfall is so beautiful that it is also called as the Niagara Falls of India. Coracle riding, swimming, boating, are some of the activities that can be tried out near the waterfall. The surrounding hills also have a trekking spot for the adventure lovers.

Thanjavur: The last place in this list is Thanjavur. Tanjore or Thanjavur is known for the historical heritage that the travelers are attracted to. It is the best place to explore the ancient heritage and the modern South Indian civilization. The blend is amazing to explore. The Cholas have had a strong past in the town. Brihadeeswarar Temple is the most iconic spot to explore in this town.

Exploring Tamil Nadu is a blissful life event as it involves touring the beautiful cities mentioned above. The vibe of these towns and cities is so different from the rest of India yet it feels so homely to any traveler who is travelling from part of the country. Planning a trip around these small towns is the best way to escape the city life and indulge in some authentic South Indian travel therapy.