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Samanamalai_Keelakuilkudi, Madurai district

Keelakuyilkudi, a village not far from Madurai, sits quietly amidst the bustle of daily life, holding within its bounds a rich history and a deep connection to ancient Jain culture. The Samanar Hill, or Samanamalai, was the focal point of our visit, a hill that has been declared a protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India. This was not just any hill—this was a living testament to a spiritual legacy that had shaped the land long before modern times.

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Melmangalam

Theni district

Melmangalam is a historically rich village located in Jayamangalam Panchayat, Chinnamanur Block in Theni District of Tamil Nadu state. It is very noted for its cultural resources and historical significances. Melmangalam is home to hundred numbers of different Hindu temples....

Thangachimadam

Ramanathapuram district

Thagachi Madam is a coastal Village of Ramanathapuram District near Rameswaram. It’s famous for the coastal ecosystem (Neithal), fishing practices and Jasmine Cultivation. Sea sand Jasmine flower and Jasmine Saplings are cultivated here, which in turn transplanted in Madurai. Jasmine...

Serankotai

Ramanathapuram district

This is a coastal gem, set along Tamil Nadu’s pristine shoreline with an authentic glimpse into the traditional lives of local fishermen and the stunning natural surroundings. The calm waters and the breathtaking views of the endless coastline will give...

Veerapanur

Thiruvannamalai district

Jamunamarathur is in the top of Jawathu Hills at the altitude of 857m. It is the second highest place in Thiruvannamalai district. Veerappanur is a small hamlet with tribal community nearby Jammunamarathur. Central to their lifestyle is a rotational farming...

Melmarathur

Thiruvannamalai district

Jamunamarathur is in the top of Jawathu Hills at the altitude of 857m. It is the second highest place in Thiruvannamalai district. Melmarathur is a small hamlet with tribal community nearby Jammunamarathur. Journey to this village will take us through...

Kaithari_nagar_Nilaiyur

Madurai district

Kaithari Nagar, a village where the name itself means “hand weaving village,” stands as a living testament to an age-old craft that has been lovingly preserved through generations. A Village with traditional wisdom of hand looming from their ancestors migrated...

Vilachery

Madurai district

Madurai, is a treasure trove of intangible heritage that offers a profound glimpse into traditional Indian life. Vilachery is famous for its intangible heritage of dolls making and pottery. The stone inscription of Nayak period (16th Century) which was erected...

Rayappanpatti

Theni district

Royappanpatti Heritage village of Marudham Eco System surrounded by western ghats is situated 9.5 km from Cumbum on the Vaigaidam Road. This historic village of Theni District with its unique cropping practices of paddy and horticulture crops under Mullai Periyar...

AppapillaiPatti

Dindigul district

Appapillaipatti is situated just 2.5 Km from Nilakottai of Dindugal District. This village is having a rich heritage of Jasmine Cultivation. Jasmine Cultivation practices, harvest and Jasmine garland making are the attractive things to be experienced in this village. They’re...

Arittapatti

Madurai district

Tamil Nadu’s First Biodiversity Heritage Site Village with 250+ bird species, wildlife and rich green plains under Melur block of Madurai. It’s situated 27 Kms from Madurai by roadways. This place will give truly captivating experience, blending stunning natural beauty...

Thenkarai

Madurai district

Thenkarai gives a fell od stepping back in time, into a world that still resonates with the echoes of ancient Tamil Nadu. Ancient village- Thenkarai, on the river bank of Vaigai River is nestled amidst towering coconut trees, white sand,...

Thiruvedagam

Madurai district

Thiruvedagam village on the river bank of Vaigai River, located 20 km west of Madurai on the route to Solavandhan, is renowned for its stunning Shiva temple, which serves as a beacon of architectural and spiritual heritage with Traditional paddy...

Olaikudda

Ramanathapuram district

Olaikuda is a coastal Village of Ramanathapuram District near Rameswaram. It’s famous for the coastal ecosystem(Neithal), fishing practices and boat park. Fresh fishes are available in the village from the early morning fishing in the sea Live Fishing, boating and...

Sivapuripatti

Sivaganga district

A Village in the Pambar-Kottakaraiyaru River basin with coconut orchard and traditional waterbody (Kanmoi) irrigation systems. It’s situated in the traditional trade route from Kottampatti to Pillaiyarpatti, next to Singampunari with a Sivan temple having more than 60 stone inscriptions...

Keeladi

Sivaganga district

Keezhadi is in the vaigai river bank of Sivaganga District very near to Madurai of Tamil Nadu. It’s situated on the way from Madurai to Rameswaram and famous for its archaeology excavation site in Keeladi and Kondagai, which dates back...

Aathoor

Dindigul district

Mullai Eco System Village - Athoor is situated in the Dindugal District near Sempatti and it’s a traditional trade route of India. The Kodaganar River runs through this place and joins the Kaveri River. Kamarajar Sagar Dam situated near Western...

Kanadukathan

Sivaganga district

Dry Land ( Palai ) Eco System - A Village with traditional symmetric architectural chettinadu houses/palace. It’s situated near Karaikudi, which is famous for chettinadu cuisine and dishes. It also has authentic handloom kandangi saree and kuttan crafts (Palm leaves)...

Anaipatti

Dindigul district

Marudham Eco System Village - Anaipatti is situated in the riverbank of Vaigai and it’s famous for Ancheneyar temple, Dam and serene natural beauty. It’s situated 10 Km away from Nilakottai, which is famous for the Jasmine Cultivation. The Hanuman...

Piranmalai

Sivaganga district

Marudham Eco System - A Village with tallest hillock in the vicinity and has coconut orchard and traditional waterbody (Kanmoi) irrigation systems. One of the seven great patrons - Paari Vallal lived here and he’s well known for giving away...