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Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is the homeland of one of humanity’s living classical civilisations, stretching back uninterrupted for two millennia and very much alive today in the Tamils' language, dance, poetry and forms of Hinduism.
Frescoes adorning the walls of the inner courtyard, Brihadishwara Temple - Thanjavur ( Tanjore ), Tamil Nadu
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Top places to visit in Tamil Nadu
Discover the best attractions in Tamil Nadu from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
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Attraction in Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram)Arjuna’s Penance -
Attraction in The Western GhatsMudumalai Tiger Reserve -
Attraction in MaduraiMeenakshi Amman Temple - Attraction in Tamil NaduGangaikonda Cholapuram Temple
- Attraction in Tamil NaduPadmanabhapuram Palace
- Attraction in TiruvannamalaiGingee Fort
- Attraction in TiruvannamalaiArunachaleshwar Temple
- Attraction in MaduraiPudhu Mandapa
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destinationMamallapuram (Mahabalipuram) -
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