Madurai
Chennai may be the capital of Tamil Nadu, but Madurai claims its soul. Madurai is Tamil-born and Tamil-rooted, one of the oldest cities in India, a metropolis that traded with ancient Rome and was a great capital long before Chennai was even dreamed of.
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Top places to visit in Madurai
Discover the best attractions in Madurai from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
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Attraction in MaduraiMeenakshi Amman Temple - Attraction in MaduraiTirumalai Nayak Palace
- Attraction in MaduraiGandhi Memorial Museum
- Attraction in MaduraiPudhu Mandapa
- Attraction in MaduraiTemple Art Museum
- Attraction in MaduraiMariamman Teppakkulam Tank
- Attraction in MaduraiMadurai Government Museum
- Attraction in MaduraiSt Mary's Cathedral
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