Madurai

There are a number of places of interest in Madurai, India. Tourists from different parts of India visit Madurai throughout the year. Some of the well-known tourist attractions of Madurai are Mariamman Teppakulam, Thirupparankundram Temple, Thirumalai Nayak Palace and Sri Meenakshi Temple.

The Mariamman Teppakulam is one of the most well known places of interest of Madurai. It is a big temple tank. The tank is located near the Meenakshi temple. It is the biggest temple tank of Tamil Nadu. The Mariamman Teppakulam is dedicated to Vigneshwara or Vinayaka. According to popular belief, Tirumala Nayaka has created the Mariamman Teppakulam. The idol of Vigneshwara is located in the central part of the mandapan.