Madurai One-Day Full Sightseeing Tour's
Explore the soul of Tamil Nadu with Honestum Madurai One-Day Sightseeing Tour Package. It is a journey through the spiritual and cultural heritage of Madurai, known as the Temple City. The essence of this place is a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and architectural brilliance. This One Day Madurai Tour Package has been made for you, covering all 10 iconic destinations with tons of fun and memories.

A)  Meenakshi Amman Temple

Explore the soul of Tamil Nadu with Honestum Madurai One-Day Sightseeing Tour Package. It is a journey through the spiritual and cultural heritage of Madurai, known as the Temple City. The essence of this place is a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and architectural brilliance. This One Day Madurai Tour Package has been made for you, covering all 10 iconic destinations with tons of fun and memories.

B).  Thiruparankundram – Murugan's First Abode

After this, proceed to Thiruparankundram, which falls under the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan. This cave temple, excavated out of a hill, represents an extremely profound holy place because it is the place where Lord Murugan married Deivayanai, the daughter of Lord Indra. The flawless rock-cut architecture along with the peaceful atmosphere has made this another highlight of the One Day Madurai Tour Package.

C).   Koodal Alagar Temple

Koodal Alagar Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is located in the city center. This particular temple is famous for the fact that it displays a three-tiered sanctum with postures of Vishnu sitting, standing, and reclining. This temple also provides good art and historical worthiness that will present a rich spiritual experience to the tourists.

D).  Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal

​Dive into history at the Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal, a 17th-century palace built by King Thirumalai Nayak. Though it isn't a temple, this architectural wonder in Indo-Saracenic style sports great arches, tall columns, and delicate stucco work. A light and sound show at the palace tells the epic tale of Silappathikaram, adding cultural depth to your tour.

E).  Gandhi Museum

Pay obeisance to the Indian freedom movement at the Gandhi Museum. Located within a 17th-century palace, this museum is dedicated to the preservation of items and records associated with Mahatma Gandhi and the freedom struggle. It offers a moment of reflection amid the spiritual and historical sojourn of Madurai.

F).  Alagar Kovil Temple

Pay obeisance to the Indian freedom movement at the Gandhi Museum. Located within a 17th-century palace, this museum is dedicated to the preservation of items and records associated with Mahatma Gandhi and the freedom struggle. It offers a moment of reflection amid the spiritual and historical sojourn of Madurai.

G).  Pazhamuthircholai – Murugan's Sixth Abode

Pay obeisance to the Indian freedom movement at the Gandhi Museum. Located within a 17th-century palace, this museum is dedicated to the preservation of items and records associated with Mahatma Gandhi and the freedom struggle. It offers a moment of reflection amid the spiritual and historical sojourn of Madurai.

H).  Yoga Narasimmar Temple

Dedicated to a very rare form of Lord Narasimha, the fierce avatar of Vishnu, in a meditative posture, the place exudes peace and offers a calm and introspective spiritual experience in its tranquil environment and unique deity representation.

I).  Thirumohur Kalamega Perumal Temple

This is one of the temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Kalamega Perumal. The temple is adorned with beautiful sculptures and marvelous art. The temple houses a dramatic Chakrathazhwar replica, which is a symbol of divine safety. This way, it attains divinity with its ambiance.

J).  Vandiyur Mari Amman Temple

Conclude your journey at the Vandiyur Mari Amman Temple, situated beside the Vandiyur Lake. Dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, the temple is known for its floating Mandapam; the architectural feature, which is unlike anything else in the world. The serene environment and spiritual energy here make it the perfect end to the tour.

Places to visit in Rameshwaram Local Sightseeing Package are:

A). Ramanathaswamy Temple

The very first thing you would want to see when you visit Rameshwaram is Ramanathaswamy Temple which is not just popular among devotees but also among tourists because of its magnificent architecture. The temple also goes by the name of Rameshwaram Temple.

Built in the Dravidian style this temple is known for being home to the Lingas, which are made up of stone, sand, and salt, along with few other elements. They were installed by Lord Rama and there are two of these lingams in this temple; Ramalingam and Shivalingam.

There used to be around 112 ponds around this temple out of which only 12 remain today. One of the unique features of this temple is its pillared corridor which is the second largest in the world and is resplendent with bright colors. Don’t miss the ceiling of this corridor which is beautifully ordained with colors.

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B). Agni Tirtham

Agni Tirtham is located to the east of Sri Ramanathaswamy temple and is the only tirtham outside the temple. It is believed that taking a bath in the sacred water at this tirtham will cleanse you of all your sins and this is why it is a part of 64 such sacred places in India.

Agni means fire and tirtham means holy water and there are two stories behind the name of this place. According to the first one, it was here that Lord Rama had taken a bath in the holy waters to seek penance for his sin of killing Ravana, who was a half Brahmin.

The second story talks about the Agnipariksha, a test which Goddess Sita had to undergo to prove her chastity to Lord Rama. Consequently, Lord Agni had to take a bath in the sea here for his sin of touching Goddess Sita.

Agni Tirtham is also used for performing the holy last rites amongst Hindus. Devotees take a dip here and then head to the Rameshwaram temple for a bath. The tiny boats floating in the water here are a marvelous sight to watch.

Timings: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

C). Lakshmana Tirtham

Located near the Ramanathaswamy temple, this is another one of the architectural delights that the city has to offer. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Lakshmana along with a pond here which is considered sacred. Devotees visit this tirtham for taking a dip in the holy waters of the pond.

Timings: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

D). Five faced Hanuman temple

The temple is one of the popular religious sites to visit in Rameshwaram and has a large statue of Lord Hanuman with five faces, an image which is quite a unique representation of this Hindu god. The idol is made out of a single piece of Senthooram Stone, which is considered very precious and auspicious.

It is believed that this temple also has the sacred stones used to build Rama Setu. This bridge was built by Lord Hanuman with the help of an army of monkeys when Lord Rama wanted to go to Lanka to rescue Goddess Sita from Ravana.

Timings: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

E). Villoondi Tirtham

Most places in Rameshwaram have a story attaching them to Lord Rama and rightly so since the holy book of Ramayana was conceived in this city. Villoondi Tirtham is another such religious site with an interesting story about it that draws tourists and devotees to it.

Legend has it that this is the place where Lord Rama had dipped his bow in the sand to get water from the earth for his wife Sita and that is why this place is known as Villoondi Tirtham, meaning buried bow. It offers the perfect spot to stand and admire the beauty of the sea while getting some beautiful pictures clicked with the serene turquoise backdrop.

Timings: 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Entry Fee: Free

F). Ariyaman Beach

It is one of the most popular beaches of Rameshwaram and yet is also one of the cleanest ones. The beach is also known as Khushi beach and the clear waters and soft sand make for a perfect picnic spot. You can enjoy water sports along with boating and swimming at this beach. Cottages at the beachfront are available for those who simply fall in love with this beach and wish to stay a little longer here.

Timings: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: ₹60 per person for 15 mins for boat ride

G). Kalam National Memorial

Every Indian’s head bows with respect in front of the legendary scientist and former president Of India, Shri Abdul Kalam. The memorial pays respect to his life and works through replicas of his contribution to the nuclear science world.

This museum was an initiative undertaken by the Defense Research and Development Organization in 2015. There are replicas of missiles, rockets, and information about the Pokhran Nuclear Test. A must visit place for anyone who has an interest in space technology.

Timings: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

H). Adam’s bridge/ Ram Setu

We have all read and heard stories from Ramayana, a story of Lord Rama and his quest to rescue his wife from Ravana in Lanka. This quest talks about a bridge that connected India to Lanka and this historic bridge also known as Ram Setu connects Rameshwaram to the north-western coast of Sri Lanka.

It is made out of limestone shoals and historians and architects continue to debate about its origin and the construction technique used.

Timings: 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Entry Fee: Free

I). Dhanushkodi

Dhanuskodi is on the southern end of Rameshwaram and this little beach town is flanked by the Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal from two sides. The confluence of the waters of these oceans is a sight to watch as they merge at the tip of the beach and you can almost see the high tides of the Bay of Bengal meet the low tides of the Indian Ocean.

Dhanushkodi is also known as the Ghost town since the only population of this town comprises 500 odd fishermen and their families. The town was deserted after a fierce storm that destroyed the town in 1964. This has not however made it any less popular among the tourists visiting Rameshwaram. The ruins in this town tell tales of the people who once lived there and the town still seems to be stuck in that period.

Dhanushkodi is popular for the Kothandaramaswamy Temple which is a temple that finds a mention in the holy book of Hindus Ramayana. This temple holds idols of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman and it is believed that this temple used to be where Vibhishana, the younger brother of Ravana resided. Don’t forget to visit the beach too in Dhanushkodi.

Timings: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Vivekananda Rock Memorial, Thiruvalluvar Statue, Kanniyakumari

Morning Visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a significant monument on a rock off the mainland, accessible by a ferry ride, offering views of the meeting of the three oceans and a meditation hall. 

Afternoon Marvel at the 41-meter tall Thiruvalluvar Statue, a tribute to the Tamil poet, reachable by boat, and offering stunning views of the surrounding seascape.

Evening Discover Kanyakumari, the southernmost point of mainland India, with notable sunrise and sunset spots, and the iconic Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Arulmigu Devi Kanniyakumari Baghavathi Amman Temple, Mahatma Gandhi Mandapam, Sunset View Point

Morning Explore the ornate Arulmigu Devi Kanniyakumari Baghavathi Amman Temple, a significant pilgrimage site dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kumari, with nearby sunrise viewpoints.

Afternoon Visit the Mahatma Gandhi Mandapam, a pink memorial building with sea views, where Gandhi's ashes were kept after his passing, offering a perspective on the confluence of the three oceans.

Evening Witness the mesmerizing confluence of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and Indian Ocean at the Sunset View Point, where some say you can experience both sunrise and sunset over the ocean

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