Tirunelveli Tourist Places

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Tirunelveli tourist places; popular for various Dam it is famous for waterefall, hills and greenary. Agastya fall, Kariyar Dam, Manimuthar fall etc are very popular among tourist.

Tirunelveli is the district in the Indian state Tamilnadu and is popular for its dams. Tirunelveli have more dams than any other district in Tamilnadu. It also well famous for its Halwa from ‘irttu kadai. Coutralam falls which is famous in India and world and Asia’s second double bridge, present in Tirunelveli. Thamirabari river is only river which is still recurrent in tamilnadu. Being an ancient city popular for its various temples, dam, waterfall. It is one of the must visit places in Tamil nadu. The city is houses to various never-ending rivers and due to its location at the foothills of the Western Ghats Tirunelveli is also popular for its various falls and is also known as the ‘Health spa’ of South India.

Tirunelveli tourist places

7 Famous Tirunelveli tourist places

Agasthiyar Falls, Tirunelveli tourist places

It is on the way to Karaiyar Dam and almost 5 to 7 waterfall in an around. Agasthiyar Falls also called Papanasam Falls is located about 42 km from the nearest city Tirunelveli. As per Hindu legend, it is the place where sage Agasthya got a view of Shiva in his marriage costume. It is one of best place for natural waterfalls and consider as the Medicinal water. There are separate place for ladies and gents to taking bath and dress changing room. It is inside the Tiger reserve forest so permitted time for bath is 6AM to 6PM local time. Spacious parking area available. Snacks and soft drinks available.

Coutrallam main falls, Tirunelveli tourist places

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This is one of the best waterfalls here in the Courtallam, Tirunelveli. Tourist can take bath here under the waterfalls. The total area is divided into two parts, one for ladies and the other for gents. There are many local shops available here where visitors can do the necessary shopping. One will get a chance to explore a lot variety of local foods available here. This is wonderful place in season time. The best session starts from the month of July to September. Waterfalls namely Five falls, Main falls, Small falls, Tiger falls, Old falls are in Courtallam.

Manimuthar Dam, Tirunelveli tourist places

The Manimuthar is about half an hour’s drive from Ambasamudram. The waterfall is inside a reserve forest give additional enjoyment to the tourist. There is an entrance fee but one will not be allowed inside after 5.00 pm. Splendid sight of the water gushing down the slope into a bathing area and then filling a deep trench and flowing away down the hillside. The water in the trench is said to be 90 ft deep. There is a diving platform but I was given to understand by the guard there that tourist are not allowed to dive into the trench. The waterfall and the bathing are is safe with watch and ward staff keeping a protective eye on the tourists.

Kalakkadu Sanctuary, Tirunelveli tourist places

The Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve was shaped in 1988 by combining Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary and Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary, both recognized in 1962. The continuation of “Project Tiger” in Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve for fiscal year 2010-2011, at the cost of Rs. 19433,000, was approved by the National Tiger Conservation Authority on 28 August 2010. Part of Agasthyamalai biosphere reserve and called the river sanctuary of Tamil Nadu because of the 14 rivers inside it. It is a beautiful reserve with archaeological structures present inside the boundaries. An aquarium for the display of famous fish species especially the indigenous and endangered ones is a place worth visiting. Preferred to have your own transport because u only have gov buses going up to aaryar dam from Papanasam depot which starts from 6:30am. If you are visiting on a weekend and raining season frequency will be very very less better higher some cab from Papanasam it is much easier for u to visit all nearby places. If you need a budget stay visit KMRTC it is tirunelveli’s gov forest website. If you are going as a team you have Dormentary available, if u are a family then you may try bungalow near Lake etc. It is cheap and safe place to stay in a tiger reserve forest. Food will be cooked and served as ur order. Places to visit: Aarayar dam, Agasthiyar falls and temple, Vana pechi amman temple, sorimuthu ayyanar temple (very ancient & the travel in forest will be worth it) all the above places can be visited in a day. People who are interested in trekking or sightseeing visit Maanjolai (Tea Estate) which should be around 1 hour travel. Reach out via mesg for any assistance.

Manimuthar Waterfalls, Tirunelveli tourist places

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Manimuthar river is the largest tributary of Thamirabarani river. The river exactly descends into the foothills of Western Ghats, to the reservoir. Tourist can experience a great forest and mountain ride towards this falls, before that we need to get clearance from the KMTR forest officers to go into the forests. Safety is very necessary while bathing at there (river falls into the pool which is more than 80 feet of depth. The falls is on the way to Manjolai estate. Monkeys are another big pain here and are quite aggressive so keep an eye on food you carry along they will wait for opportunity to snatch and run. It is a small but a enjoyable waterfall. One can also visit this place on the way to Agasthiyar falls. Mostly the falls is not much congested so visit early morning to avoid crowd. Best time to visit is during rainy and winter season of southern region of Tamilnadu.

Kattabomman Memoral Fort, Tirunelveli tourist places

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It’s an historic place of the first South Indian king to raise his voice for the freedom of motherland. The fort despite being rebuilt on 3 occasions was brought down by callous attitude of the British Lord’s to erase the roots of the kings family and also as an act of suppression. Except for the remains of the palace foundation nothing relating to the kingdom is left. Glad the X-CM (late Karunanidhi) has built a memorial in the palace courtyard to safeguard the great freedom fighter’s name and fame in the annals of history.

Banathertham Falls, Tirunelveli tourist places

Banatheertham falls is one of the stunning falls there in Tirunelveli district. It is situated in the Western Ghats closer to the karayar dam. It is located at a distance of 12 km from Papanasam. It is a part of the Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve. Tourist has to take boat ride for 20 minutes from the Kariyar Dam to reach this place. The flow of cascading waterfall is very high. The water from this falls contain medicinal properties.

How to Reach Tirunelveli

Tirunelveli By Air:

Tuticorin airport (TCR) 40 km away and is well connected with other major city like Bangalore, Chennai, Mumbai, New Delhi and major part of other states. Direct Busses is available to reach Tirunelveli. Other major Airport is Thiruvananthapuram international airport (TRV), thiruvananthapuram, kerala which is 90 km away from Tirunelveli.

Tirunelveli By Train:

Tirunelveli Junction(TEN) is the main railway station of Tirunelveli with good connectivity with other major railway station. Cabs, taxis and public transport can be used to reach the Hotels or desire location.

Tirunelveli By Bus:

Tirunelveli bus stand provide good connectivity with other major state like Andhra Pradesh, Tilangana, Kereala, Karnataka etc. Offline and Online bus service are also available.

Where to stay in Tirunelveli

Tirunelveli railway station is located centarally. One can easily get good hotels and It cost under 1000-2000/- Per Night, depends on Pick and Off seasons. It is located centrally so one can book car also. This itinerary based on Tirunelveli Railway station. One can change as per own choice.

Best Time To Visit Tirunelveli

The summer and rainy season are marked by hot sunshine and rainfall. The winter season is consider as the best season for all places and to do sightseeing specially for waterfall. October to February is the ideal month to visit Tiruvelveli.

Tirunelveli travel guide

The most ideal way to visit Tirunelveli is by doing a 2 day and 1 night stay. Book your hotel near Tirunelveli railway station which is located centrally. From there you can book Hotel, and taxi for stay and sightseeing also. It is also enable you to easy check-in and check-out option. Choose your itinerary as you are comfortable, It means if you reach early pick full-Day tour. If you reach Noon or Evening choose short day tour.

Tirunelveli Itinerary

Places in Tirunelveli is situated bit far from center and direct transport also difficult to get. So better to book car for Day1 & Day2. It make you comfortable to explore more and new places.