Weekend Getaway to Madurai, Srivilliputhur and Tiruchendur
This package takes you to the grandeur of Madurai and Tiruchendur. Madurai is popularly called Thoonga Nagaram meaning the city that never sleeps, on account of the active night life. The city attracts a large number of tourists from within the country and abroad mainly because of the Meenakshi Amman Temple, which is known for its architectural and spiritual significance.Tiruchendur Murugan temple is one of the six abodes of Lord Muruga. (Aarupadi Veedu). This is the only one aarupadai veedu located near the “seashore”.
Package Includes
Accommodation
Food
Cab
Sthalapuranam
Itinerary Temples
- Azhagar kovil
- Pazhamudir cholai
- Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
- Tiruchendur Murugan Temple.
Full Itinerary
Morning
Azhagar Kovil
- It is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu.
- Kallazhagar Temple in Alagarkoil where vishnu is worshipped as Kallazhagar(as Meenakshi’s brother)and his consort Lakshmi as Thirumamagal.
- The Main tower entrance (Mukya Gopuram) always remains closed, with the shrine of Karupana Swami. The very closed door itself is worshipped as Patinettaam padi Karuppan(meaning, the black Lord who (sits) at the Eighteen steps).Only Once in a year, the door is opened and Sudarshana Chakra the famous Vishnu's wheel, passes over through the open door.
- The legend has it that sage Suthapas (Munivar) was bathing in Nupura Ganga at Azhakar Hill and did not pay heed to Durvasa Maharishi, who was passing by. The enraged Durvasa cursed Suthapas that he would turn into a frog until he is redeemed of his curse by Lord Sundararajar, who is also known as Kallazhakar. The Suthapas Maharishi, who is named as ‘Manduka maharisi’ munivar because of his frog status, performed ‘thapas’ (prayer) on the banks of river Vaigai. The Lord Kallazhakar comes from his abode in Azhakar Hill to redeem Manduka Maharishi of his curse. Since days, it is believed that the lord Kallazhakar comes to Thenur.
Morning
Pazhamudir Cholai
- Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple is the only one among Murugan’s Aaru Padai Veedu temples, where he graces the devotees with his consorts Valli and Deivanai.
- The wedding festival is celebrated along with Skanda Sashti festival.
- Also, this is the historical place where Lord played with the ripe Tamil poetess Avvaiyar asking her what fruit she wished, cooked or uncooked – Sutta Pazham or Sudadha Pazham.
Evening
Meenakshi Amman Temple
- Meenakshi Amman Temple is dedicated to Parvati, known as Meenakshi.
- There are 14 gopuram the tallest of which, the famous southern tower, rises to over 170 ft (52 m) and was built in 1559 and two golden sculptured vimanas, the shrines over the garbhagrihas (sanctums) of the main deities.
- The temple attracts 15,000 visitors a day, around 25,000 on Fridays.
- There are an estimated 33,000 sculptures in the temple.
- It was on the list of top 30 nominees for the "New Seven Wonders of the World".
- The annual 10-day Meenakshi Tirukalyanam festival, celebrated during April and May, attracts 1 million visitors.
Morning
Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
- Srivilliputhur Andal temple is one of the 108 Divyadesam dedicated to Vishnu.
- Srivilliputhur is famous for Srivilliputhur Andal temple.Vishnu, who is worshipped as Vadapathrasayi and his consort Lakshmi as Andal.
- The temple has two divisions - the one of Andal located on the Southwest and the second one of Vadapathrasayi (Vishnu) on the Northeast direction.
- The greatest attraction is the Rajagopuram of the temple; with eleven tiers and 192" height it is one among the tallest towers of temples in Tamilnadu.
- The temple is associated with the life of Andal, who was found under a Tulsi plant in the garden inside the temple. She is believed to have worn the garland before dedicating it to the presiding deity of the temple.It is believed Vishnu appeared in Periazhwar dream and asked him to dedicate the garland worn by Andal to him daily, which is a practise followed during the modern times.
Evening
Tiruchendur Murugan Temple
- Tiruchendur Murugan temple is one of the six abodes of Lord Muruga (Arupadaiveedu ).
- The puranic name or historical name for this temple is Jayanthipuram.
- It is the only one among the Six sacred temple complexes to be situated near the sea shore. Other five are situated in mountain region.
- This is the only temple where Raja gopura is situated in western gate.
- It is one of the richest temple (by wealth) of Tamil Nadu.
- This is the only temple in Tamil Nadu where sanctum sanctorium is below the ground level.
- The 133 feet Rajagopura,built in the shores of Bay of Bengal,very near to the sea,just within 200 meters is still a mystery and an outstanding example for the Tamil temple architecture .
- The place is where Lord Muruga married his second consort Valli Devi.
- The temple has festivals almost throughout the year.
- The soorasamharam festival is celebrated in the month of November.
- Breakfast for 2 persons.
- Transportation in AC Etios/Dzire cabs.
- Hotel accommodation based on type of package (standard/deluxe/premium) chosen. The price mentioned in this package is for family of two members sharing a single room. For extra person, please place a separate request with us.
- Room type is Standard A/C Room in 2 star hotel.
- Toll charges and driver's allowance.
- Upon booking confirmation, the sthalapuranam of temples mentioned in the itinerary will be sent through email.
- No extra charges for one child below the age of five.
- Package does not include lunch and dinner.
- The pickup and drop point information will be provided to the customer before booking. It is customer's responsibility to reach the pickup point of the trip at specified time. On request basis, GoSthala will arrange pickup from customers place of choice at any applicable nominal charges.
- All other expenses (temple entry ticket charges, parking charges, etc.) that are not specified in the package inclusions.
- Any loss/expenses incurred by unforeseen circumstances e.g. flight delays/cancellations, road blockages, vehicle breakdown, strikes, etc.
- Expense of personal nature such as laundry, etc.
- Any applicable service tax charges.
- Transportation provided will be as per itinerary only (not at disposal).
- The package price is indicative and based on seasonal demands the price is subject to change and will be informed prior booking.
- The package does not include guide services where not mentioned. Guide services can be availed from us at an additional cost.
- Payment method as follows: 25% payment on confirmation; 50% payment before starting the trip; Balance payment before end of the trip.
- 15% of package cost will be charged as penalty on canceling, 31 or more days before departure.
- 35% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 22 to 30 days before departure.
- 50% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 15 to 21 days before departure.
- 100% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancelling, 15 days before departure.
