February 6 , 2012

Tirunelveli Tourism Information

Srivaikuntam (37 kms): Srivaikuntam is famous for the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu known as Srivaikuntapatiswami with a .lofty gopuram. The Thiruvengada Mudaiyar Mandapam is rich with sculpture of Yalis, Elephents and Warriors. The Ekadasi Mandapam which is opened on Vaikunda Ekadasi days, contains exquisite sculptures. During the conflicting days of the East India company forces and Katta- bomman, this temple served as a fort. The Kailasanatha swamy temple is an another important one. It contains six inscriptions of the times of Veera Pandiya Kattabomman.

Manapad (70 kms): Holy Cross Church at Manapad is an ancient one. It was built in the year 1581. Thousands congregate during the festival season from 1-14th September every year. The church is associated with St. Francis Xavier.

Krishnapuram (13kms): There is a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The presiding deity is Thiruvenkatanathar. There are a number of life-size sculptures in this temple with intricate workmanship.

Kulasekarapattinam: The Mutharamman temple 20 kms from Tiruchendur is known for the popular Dasara festival in September-October were folk dance artists from all over the State participate in the festival. It is a coastal village with a fine beach.
Tuticorin (48 kms):This town is a major industrial and commercial centre and also a harbour. SPIC’s fertilizer, a heavy water plant, etc. are located here. It is major pearl fishing and salt production centre as well.

Pathamadai (30 kms): It is known for its beautiful corai mats. This is also the birth place of Swami Sivanantha, the Saint and Philosopher.

Ottapidaram (65kms): This is the birth place of V.O.Chidambaram, freedom fighter. His maiden venture in navigation against the East India Company caused his imprisonment. That is why he is popularly called as “Kappalottiya Thamizhan”. His home has now become a memorial.

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