Nature-Lovers One-Day Itinerary for Trichirappalli in May 2023

  1. 8:00AM: Mukkombu
    30 minutes (13.2 km) from Trichirappalli

    Mukkombu is a picturesque picnic spot and an excellent location to watch the merging of rivers Cauvery and Kollidam. There is a beautifully carved carvings of Lord Ganesha in the rocks that surround the dam.

  2. 10:00AM: Puliyancholai Falls
    1 hour (26 km) from Mukkombu

    A nature-lovers paradise, located in a dense forest, the Puliyancholai Falls offer beautiful and scenic views along with a peaceful atmosphere. There is also a temple in the vicinity dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

  3. 12:30PM: Grand Gardenia
    1 hour 30 minutes (50 km) from Puliyancholai Falls

    After a long morning exploring nature, eat a delicious lunch at Grand Gardenia, known for its Indian and Chinese cuisine. The restaurant's cozy ambience is complemented with a beautiful rooftop garden.

  4. 2:30PM: Srirangam Island
    20 minutes (10.5 km) from Grand Gardenia

    Srirangam Island is an architectural marvel, home to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, one of the largest temples in India. The temple is unique in that it is built on an island formed by the river Kaveri.

  5. 5:00PM: Rock Fort Temple
    15 minutes (6.5km) from Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam Island

    Rockfort Temple, also known as Uchipillayar Temple, is renowned for its natural architecture carved out from a single rock. The temple complex includes two cave temples, with one large and one small Shiva Linga, and a temple for Lord Vinayaka situated at the highest point in the complex.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mukkombu (2 hours, Free)
  • Puliyancholai Falls (3 hours, Free)
  • Grand Gardenia (1 hour 30 minutes, INR 1000)
  • Srirangam Island (2 hours, Free)
  • Rock Fort Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Kallanai Dam, built in the 2nd century AD. On your way back to Trichirappalli, there are several traditional saree weaving centers worth stopping by. If you have less time, choose between Rock Fort Temple or Srirangam Island. To avoid crowds, it is recommended to visit popular attractions early in the morning or later in the evening.

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