Title: Visit Tamil Nadu: Best of Tamil Nadu Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Tamil Nadu Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Tamil Nadu](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Tamil Nadu Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Tamil Nadu](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tamil Nadu Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Tamil Nadu Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Tamil-Nadu.d6049947.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Tamil Nadu ## India ![Ooty showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234125/54571f7c-446c-4fd7-b719-5fd427bfa8f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ooty showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234125/54571f7c-446c-4fd7-b719-5fd427bfa8f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ooty showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234125/72b8476d-44f9-4fe3-bdc0-0d743bfbeee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Botanical Gardens showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104762/051040f0-e369-4c72-bdbb-d3e24c54f398.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ooty which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6234125/1f175238-e6d0-408a-babd-78ec75787e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Take advantage of the cultural and natural treasures of this southern Indian state. Explore old temples, tour colourful bazaars and photograph big cats. The state of Tamil Nadu features some of the largest temples in southern India, their ancient towers soaring above towns, cities, the green countryside and a long coastline. While the religious structures are a huge attraction, plan to investigate other shrines and pilgrimage sites as well as lovely beaches and wildlife sanctuaries. Tamil Nadu’s beautiful temples are among its main highlights. Visit Kanchipuram, the city of a thousand temples. Stop at Kailasanathar Temple, an ancient Hindu temple that’s more than 1,000 years old. Come to Kodaikanal for the Kurinji Andavar Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Muruga, an important Hindu deity. See the Ellai Pedari Amman Temple in Salem. Put Vellai Vinayagar Temple in Thiruvalanchuzhi on your itinerary. Inside is a shrine to the Ganesh deity. ### Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, is also worth visiting. This major industrial, commercial, cultural and economic hub is one of the most populated cities in the country. It is also a place filled with attractions, both ancient and modern. Admire the architectural marvel of Wallajah Mosque and tour Vivekananda House where Swami Vivekananda, the founder of the Ramakrishna movement enjoyed a brief stay in 1897\. Shop along the streets and bazaars near Fort St. George. Then claim your sunny spot on the city’s 8-mile (13-kilometer) Marina Beach. Tamil Nadu has an extensive coastline stretching for 669 miles (1,076 kilometers). Find seaside relaxation on the multi-colored sands of Kanyakumari Beach and watch the sun rise and set over the ocean. During Chitra Pournami, a festival in April or May, the full moon rises here at the same time that the sun sets. Enjoy more outdoor fun at Nilavoor Lake. Visit the Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary to spot elephants, tigers and panthers. To reach Tamil Nadu, fly into one of the state's four international airports at Chennai, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli or Coimbatore. Rent a car to get around to the region’s temples, shrines, beaches and other natural attractions at your own pace. ### Popular cities in Tamil Nadu [Chennai Known for Shopping, Business and Temples ](https://expedia.ca/Chennai.dx181449) Temples and colonial monuments, food and festivals combine to showcase the best of South India’s artistic and religious heritage. ## Reasons to visit - Marina Beach - ECR Beach - Neelankarai Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Chennai.dx181449)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Chennai-Hotels.d181449.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Madurai Known for Temples, Culture and Monuments ](https://expedia.ca/Madurai.dx1658) Come to Madurai and enjoy its temples, monuments, and riverfront. ## Reasons to visit - Meenakshi Amman Temple - Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam - Thirumalai Nayak Palace [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Madurai.dx1658)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Madurai-Hotels.d1658.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ootacamund ](https://expedia.ca/Ootacamund.dx892529814557257728) Head to sights like Mudumalai National Park and Ooty Lake as you discover Ootacamund. ## Reasons to visit - Ooty Lake - Government Botanical Gardens - Ooty Rose Garden [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Ootacamund.dx892529814557257728)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Ootacamund-Hotels.d892529814557257728.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Rameshwaram Known for Temples, Sea and Boating ](https://expedia.ca/Rameshwaram.dx6130347) Rameshwaram is calling! Discover its temples, boating, coral reefs, and more. ## Reasons to visit - Rameswaram Marina - Vivekananda Memorial House - Sri Ramar Theertham [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Rameshwaram.dx6130347)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Rameshwaram-Hotels.d6130347.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Kodaikanal Known for Lakes, Boating and Forests ](https://expedia.ca/Kodaikanal.dx6125933) Head into the hills of the Dindigul district to walk through forests, explore botanical gardens and enjoy dramatic views. ## Reasons to visit - Kodaikanal Lake - Silver Cascade Falls - Kurinji Temple [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Kodaikanal.dx6125933)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Kodaikanal-Hotels.d6125933.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Coimbatore Known for Temples, Yoga and Hills ](https://expedia.ca/Coimbatore.dx846) Upscale Coimbatore is calling! Discover its temples, basketball, theme park, and more. [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Coimbatore.dx846)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Coimbatore-Hotels.d846.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Tamil Nadu ![Chennai showing a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181449/adbecad3-f07a-4aff-b3f5-9adfe0548e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chennai (and vicinity) Temples and colonial monuments, food and festivals combine to showcase the best of South India’s artistic and religious heritage. ![Kodaikanal showing water sports and a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532738134/3675e70f-f2b6-4ae9-b281-86db2665927a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kodaikanal Head into the hills of the Dindigul district to walk through forests, explore botanical gardens and enjoy dramatic views. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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