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Resounding
cascades, silver-lined clouds resting a top billiard green hill
tops, sheer rock faces and temples of antiquity are the stuff that
distinguish the tourism destinations of the Theni District. These
unique places warm the soul and provide the much-needed balm to
the mind. Rustic ambience, hospitality of the local populace and
their pastoral way of life make the destinations in Theni district
a tourists' dream. Theni district in the Southern part of Tamil
Nadu is one among the choicest tourist delights and destinations
with a delightful mixture of tourist attractions such as captivating
dams, waterfalls and countless pilgrim centres. This district is
surrounded by the western ghats. |
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Tourist
Destinations: There are a number of tourist attractions in
theni, India. A must visit is the the Andipatti,Vaigai Dam, Arulmigu
Balasubramanya Temple and Vellappar Temple, Mavoothu ,and many more
the following are... |
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An
important center of Tamilian culture, Andipatti is made up of a
number of small hamlets all of which are renowned for their handicrafts
and handlooms.
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Balasubramanya Temple |
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| Constructed
by King Rajendra Chola, this beautiful temple is dedicated to Lord
Muruga and is considered to be one of the most respected shrines
in Tamil Nadu. The shrine is home to an idol or vighraha of Lord
Muruga, which is a six-headed idol, accompanied by the Lord’s
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Built
across the majestic River Vaigai near Andipatti, the dam with a
height of 111 feet can store 71 feet of water. It is 7 kms from
Andipatti, 14 kms from Theni and 70 kms from Madurai. This dam was
opened on January 21, 1959.The dam is unique for the sylvan garden
around it. The stillness and quiet are soothing to the mind. The
garden deserves the surname "Little Brindavan". It is
a popular picnic spot for the local population, particularly school
children. There is a separate play area for the Tourist. |
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Temple, Mavoothu |
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Located
20 kms away from Andipatti, this beautiful temple is home to vigrahas
or idols of Lord Vinayaka and Saptakannikas, which make it one of
the holiest shrines of the region. A large number of devotees come
to the temple each day which is also the site of a spring that is
believed to have curative powers and can cure even the most incurable
diseases. |
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By
Air : The nearest airport to Theni is at Madurai.
By Rail : A number of railway tracks link Theni
to most of the cities and regions of Tamil Nadu. Theni is also
the main route for the tourists traveling from Madurai to Kochi
via Bodinayakanur and Munnar and from Madurai to the Thekkadi
wildlife sanctuary.
By Road : Theni is well-connected to a number
of neighboring cities by an efficient network of roads. The roads
connecting Theni are well-maintained and comfortable which help
in adding an extra dash of fun if you are planning a tour to Theni.
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