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Family Friendly 3-Day Itinerary for Tamilnadu in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the City of Chennai
    Chennai International Airport to Marina Beach - 40 minutes (13.9 km)

    In the morning, start your trip by visiting the famous Marina Beach. Enjoy the sunrise, take a walk, and try some street food. Later, visit the Government Museum to learn about the history and culture of Tamilnadu. In the afternoon, head to the Birla Planetarium to explore the universe and enjoy the light and sound show. End your day by visiting the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and take part in the evening aarti.

  2. Day 2: Experience Nature and Culture in Coimbatore
    Chennai to Marudamalai Murugan Temple - 8 hours (514 km)

    In the morning, head to the Marudamalai Murugan Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Murugan atop a scenic hill. Afterward, visit the Siruvani Waterfalls to enjoy the stunning natural beauty. In the afternoon, explore the ancient and culturally-rich Dhyanalinga Temple and Isha Yoga Center. End your day by enjoying a traditional Tamilnadu dinner at the Annapoorna Gowrishankar.

  3. Day 3: Discover the History of Madurai
    Coimbatore to Meenakshi Amman Temple - 2.5 hours (152 km)

    Begin your day by visiting the Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of the oldest and most famous temples in India. Take part in the morning aarti and explore the intricately carved temple architecture. Afterward, visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum to learn about the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. In the afternoon, explore the Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, a grand palace built-in 1636. End your day by visiting the Alagar Kovil Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting the hill station of Ooty to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nilgiri Mountains. You can also take a side trip to the historical town of Mahabalipuram to explore the ancient temples and monuments. To maximize your fun, try some traditional Tamilnadu cuisine like dosa, vada, and idli. Finally, make sure to attend a classical dance performance to experience the art and culture of Tamilnadu.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marina Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Government Museum (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Birla Planetarium (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Kapaleeshwarar Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Marudamalai Murugan Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Siruvani Waterfalls (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Dhyanalinga Temple and Isha Yoga Center (3 hours, Free)
  • Annapoorna Gowrishankar (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Meenakshi Amman Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Gandhi Memorial Museum (2 hours, INR 10)
  • Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Alagar Kovil Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 745

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