Madurai Expert Travel Guides

See what the experts are saying about Madurai. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.

Introduction

by Frommers Travel Guides

498km (309 miles) SW of Chennai; 160km (99 miles) W of Trichy Located on the banks of the Vaigai River, the temple town Madurai -- apparently named for the nectar that flowed from Shiva's hair as a blessing for the new city (madhuram is th... Continue reading »
Planning a trip

by Frommers Travel Guides

Getting There & Away -- There are flights connecting Madurai to Chennai, Tiruchirapalli, Bangalore, and Mumbai. The airport is 12km (7 1/2 miles) south of the city center. For information about Jet Airways' daily flights, call tel. 0452/269-0... Continue reading »

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The incredible temples of Madurai

We jumped on a local bus nice and early from Trichy (escape!) for the 4 hour bus trip to Madurai. The bus trip was the usual hilario... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Trace & Simon
Madurai huge temples :: South India

Madarai huge huge massive temple complex! picture is a 1000 wordsso here are 8000 words in my 8 pics! this place was truly m... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Adrian B
Living in the Clouds

Kodaikanal is perhaps the most visually stunning place that I have ever visited. It is about 2050 metres up the moutains of Tamil N... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler MeganK
Impressive Hindu Temple Experience

Esta fue definitivamente mi parada más veloz!Llegue a Madurai con 2 objetivos en mente: El principal, encontrarme con mi tío. El segundo,... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler digitalgypsie
Tropical Hill Station Stop

Leaving the heat of the north behind we were ready to head down south to visit Katy's Aunt and Uncle near the hill sta... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Aaron&Katy