About Madurai

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About Madurai:  Madurai is more commonly known as the Temple city or Athens of the South India. It has remained a major tourist destination since ages. Madurai lies along the banks of the Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu. The beautiful gopurams of Meenakshi Temple would surely enchant any traveler to visit the place. Madurai is a paradise for pilgrims and thus is worth visiting.

How To Reach:  Madurai is situated in the district of Madurai of Tamil Nadu. Madurai is bordered by various mountains. Yanaimalai hill, Pasumalai hill and the Nagamalai hill are the three hills that are named after elephant, cow and snake respectively and surround the city of Madurai.

By Air : - The closest airport is situated at Madurai, which is well connected by flights to other cities like Mumbai and Chennai.

By Rail : - Madurai is well-connected by railway to chief cities of South India.

By Road : - Madurai is well-connected by road to cities like Chennai, Kanyakumari, Rameshwaram etc.