One-day itinerary for Papanasam, Tenkasi

  1. 7:00AM: Papanasam Temple
    5 minutes from Papanasam Bus Station

    The Papanasam temple is a popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated on the banks of Tamirabarani River in serene surroundings. The temple is famous for its annual chariot festival celebrated in the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May/June).

  2. 9:00AM: Agasthiyar Falls
    30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Papanasam Temple

    The Agasthiyar Falls, located in the scenic Western Ghats, is a mesmerizing waterfall cascading from a height of 60 feet. The falls are surrounded by dense forests and are a popular picnic spot. Visitors can take a refreshing bath in the natural pool formed by the falls.

  3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Hotel Kaveri
    20 minutes (5.4 miles) from Agasthiyar Falls

    Hotel Kaveri is a popular restaurant in Tenkasi known for its delicious South Indian cuisine. The restaurant offers a range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes at reasonable prices.

  4. 2:00PM: Kutralam Waterfalls
    40 minutes (16.2 miles) from Hotel Kaveri

    The Kutralam Waterfalls is a popular tourist destination in Tenkasi. The falls, also known as Courtallam Falls, are a group of cascading falls situated in the Western Ghats. The falls are surrounded by dense forests and offer a mesmerizing view of the surrounding hills.

  5. 4:00PM: Kasi Viswanathar Temple
    20 minutes (6.8 miles) from Kutralam Waterfalls

    The Kasi Viswanathar Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated on the banks of the Chittar River and is famous for its lingam, which is said to have been brought from Kasi (Varanasi) by Sage Agasthiyar.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Papanasam Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Agasthiyar Falls (2 hours, free)
  • Lunch at Hotel Kaveri (1 hour, ₹500 for two)
  • Kutralam Waterfalls (2 hours, ₹50 per person)
  • Kasi Viswanathar Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹550 for two
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