Mamallapuram, a thriving seaport and trade center between the 7th and 10th centuries was the second capital of the Pallavas of Kanchipuram. It was earlier known as Mahabalipuram after...
This important port during the Chola period (10th 11th century) attracted traders from far off lands. The Portuguese had commercial links with Nagappattinam during the Tanjore Nayak rule. Later...
The historic town on the banks of river Kaveri was ruled by Chola, Pandya, and Pallava kings - changing hands from time to time. It was also under the...
The ancient town on the banks of river Tamarabarani was of considerable importance during the rule of the Pandyas. It is well known for temples, reed mats, palm handicrafts,...
The Saivite pilgrim site at the foot of the holy Arunachala (Annamalai) hill is considered to be one of the most sacred towns of South India. The annual Karthikai...
The charming and peaceful hill resort perched at an altitude of 1500 meters amidst the Servaroyan hills is endowed with splendid scenic beauty and bracing climate throughout the year....
Chennai, the Cultural Capital of India is the fourth largest metropolis in the country, The present town was founded in 1639, by Sir Francis Day, who arrived with...
Kanchipuram, the Golden City of Thousand Temples, set on the banks of the Palar river is considered to be one of the seven sacred cities of India. It...
Kanniyakumari, the "lands end' of India is one of the most popular tourist spots in the country. It nestles elegantly on the very tip of the Indian peninsula, at...
