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4-Day Tamilnadu Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Mamallapuram
    1 hour 30 minutes (35 miles) from Chennai

    In the morning, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Mamallapuram, including the Shore Temple, Five Rathas, and Arjuna's Penance. In the afternoon, visit the Mahabalipuram Beach where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful view. In the evening, head to the India Seashell Museum to see a vast collection of rare Indian seashells.

  2. Day 2: Pondicherry
    2 hours (99 miles) from Mamallapuram

    In the morning, visit the Aurobindo Ashram, an ashram founded by Sri Aurobindo and his spiritual collaborator, Mirra Alfassa. In the afternoon, stop by the Promenade Beach, a popular beachfront that offers a beautiful view of the Bay of Bengal. In the evening, go to the Manakula Vinayagar Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

  3. Day 3: Thanjavur
    3 hours 30 minutes (168 miles) from Pondicherry

    In the morning, explore the Brihadeeswara Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the largest temples in India. In the afternoon, visit the Thanjavur Art Gallery, which showcases a variety of art sculptures. In the evening, head to the Punnainallur Mariamman Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Mariamman.

  4. Day 4: Madurai
    3 hours 30 minutes (100 miles) from Thanjavur

    In the morning, visit the Meenakshi Amman Temple, a historic Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Sundareshwar. In the afternoon, head to the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace, a 17th-century palace known for its stunning architecture. In the evening, spend some time at the Gandhi Memorial Museum, which houses a collection of photos, paintings, and sculptures related to Gandhi's life and teachings.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the hill station of Ooty, or Kodaikanal, which is known for its beautiful waterfalls and scenic mountain views. You can also take a day trip to Rameshwaram, a holy city of Hindus, or try some traditional Tamil cuisine, such as Dosa, Idli, and Sambhar. To maximize your fun in Tamilnadu, try to plan your itinerary in advance and make sure to check the opening and closing times of each location before visiting.

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