Tours to Puddukottai, Puddukottai Tour

About Puddukottai

An important princely state in ancient India, Puddukottai today entices historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and lovers of Arts and Architecture with equal charm. A tour to Puddukottai will be an extremely enriching experience, with the numerous megalithic dolmens and other prehistoric findings indicating the glorious history of the region.

The erstwhile powerful dynasties of the Pandyas, Cholas, Pallavas, Hoysalas, Vijayanagar, Nayaks, Irukkuvelirs, Mutharaiyars and Thondaiman rulers have ruled Puddukottai at various points in history. These glorious rulers have left behind their indelible marks through the magnificent temples they built here. One of the major tourist attractions at Puddukottai is the New Palace, built by the Thondaiman ruler in Indo-Saracenic-Dravidian architecture.

Considered by many as a near- perfect representation of Dravidian culture and heritage, the district of Puddukottai ranks as one of the major tourist attractions of Tamil Nadu. On your tours to Puddukottai, you can’t help but marvel at the rich heritage of the land and how the natives have continued to hold onto the true essence of the culture till date.

• Avur –
  A must-visit destination on your tours to Puddukottai, Avur – located 28 kms from Pudukkottai and 20 kms from Thiruchi – houses a beautiful church, believed to be the oldest the district. The chapel here was built in 1747 in the form of a cross.
  
  
• Kunnandar Koil –
  This site located 25 kms from Pudukkottai on the Kiranur-Killukkottai road, is famous for a beautiful rock cut temple nestled at the foothills. The cave houses some amazing portrait sculptures.
  
  
• Nagapattinam -
  A land well-known for its rich religious heritage, Nagapattinam is an important religious destination, acclaimed as one of the most prominent among ancient Tamil Nadu kingdoms. This unique pilgrim center features the confluence of the three major religions of India – Hinduism, Islam and Christianity.
  
  
• Thirupunavasal –
  The Shiva temple at Thirupunavasal 70 kms from Pudukkottai and 30 kms from Avudaiyarkoil – is called Viruthapuraswarar Koil. The sanctum sanctorum contains a massive lingam. The Vaikasi Festival is a major tourist attraction here.
  
  
• Kodumbalur –
  Located 35 Kms from Pudukottai and 40Km from Tiruchirappalli, Kodumbalur is a place of great archaeological significance. The place has mention in Silappathikaram, the Sangam Tamil Epic.
  
  

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