Tamil Nadu
Visit stunning Dravidian Hindu temples in Chennai and charming Colonial French architecture Pondicherry.
The heartland of Dravidian Hinduism, Tamil Nadu is famous for many beautiful examples of these colourful temples. Visit the cities of Maduraj and Thanjavur to experience these temples at their finest. Chennai, the capital of the state is famous as a centre of performing arts and also important for its cuisine. This is a great place to sample a selection of traditional dishes from all over the state. Get your taste-buds dancing with deliciously spicy dishes or go for milder, coconut-laced recipes.
The city of Pondicherry is a delightful city filled with elegant mansions left from the days of French colonialism. Wander the streets of this seaside town and soak up the atmosphere of covered walkways and balconies draped in colourful bougainvillea. Head up into the tea plantations and ride the toy train at Ooty and enjoy the beautiful surrounding scenery.
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"Pondicherry is well worth adding to your India itinerary. With French on street signs and cafés and white sandy beaches, it really does feel like you've hopped to a different country for this section of your trip."
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