This week, The Musafir Stories speaks to returning guest, Sahana Kulur from https://vacaywork.com

Today's destination: Madurai, Tamil Nadu!

Nearest Airport: Madurai International airport, IXM

Nearest Railway Station: Madurai Junction, MDU 

Prerequisites:  NA

Packing: Pack according to the weather conditions, summers can be hot.

Time of the year: October

Length of the itinerary: 2-4 days

Itinerary Highlights: 
Sahana starts the episode  with some backstories about her travels to Sri Lanka, the inspiration for this trip - from a world famous architect, Geoffery Bawa to the coolest drink in South Inida - JigarThanda. 
We cover the history and background of Madurai as well as the popular legends about the city and its main attraction, the Meenakshi temple. 
The points of interest include a visit to 
Meenakshi Amman temple - the most iconic structure and soul of Madurai 
Koodal Azagar temple - an experience going to the rooftop of a temple and observing the gopurams up close. 
Thepakkulam temple - the floating temple
Tirumalai Nayak Palace - the palace of the Nayaka king and location of some very popular songs from Guru to Bombay. The palace has a museum and a sound and light show as well.
Markets of Madurai including the Pudhu Mandapam, Banana market, Sungundi sarees, Madurai Malli or jasmine, the kumkum and the dasara golu or dolls
The cuisine of Madurai includes the variety of idlis and dosas, ragi puttu, Kari dosa, idiyappam, keerai vada, mutton chukka, bun parota, jigar thanda, paruthi paal among others. 
Other options include a visit to the archaeological site of Keeladi, Vellacheri doll village and a number of jain caves and rock sculptures
We wrap up the discussion with other points of interest in the vicinity including Chettinad, Tanjavur, Chennai that one can plan for an extended itinerary. 

Links:

Link to the blog post: https://vacaywork.com/madurai-travel-blog/

Link to Sahana’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sahana.kulur/

Link to Sahana’s website: https://vacaywork.com

Sahana’s previous episode on Bijapur: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sfbo4CGkeJJImd1Acx5K1?si=luN1sAtdSo63QvhK_fqTeg

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This week, The Musafir Stories speaks to returning guest, Sahana Kulur from <a href="https://vacaywork.com/">https://vacaywork.com</a>
Today's destination: Madurai, Tamil Nadu!
Nearest Airport: Madurai International airport, IXM
Nearest Railway Station: Madurai Junction, MDU 
Prerequisites:  NA
Packing: Pack according to the weather conditions, summers can be hot.
Time of the year: October
Length of the itinerary: 2-4 days
Itinerary Highlights: 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Sahana starts the episode  with some backstories about her travels to Sri Lanka, the inspiration for this trip - from a world famous architect, Geoffery Bawa to the coolest drink in South Inida - JigarThanda. </li>
<li aria-level="1">We cover the history and background of Madurai as well as the popular legends about the city and its main attraction, the Meenakshi temple. </li>
<li aria-level="1">The points of interest include a visit to </li>
<ul>
<li aria-level="2">Meenakshi Amman temple - the most iconic structure and soul of Madurai </li>
<li aria-level="2">Koodal Azagar temple - an experience going to the rooftop of a temple and observing the gopurams up close. </li>
<li aria-level="2">Thepakkulam temple - the floating temple</li>
<li aria-level="2">Tirumalai Nayak Palace - the palace of the Nayaka king and location of some very popular songs from Guru to Bombay. The palace has a museum and a sound and light show as well.</li>
<li aria-level="2">Markets of Madurai including the Pudhu Mandapam, Banana market, Sungundi sarees, Madurai Malli or jasmine, the kumkum and the dasara golu or dolls</li>
<li aria-level="2">The cuisine of Madurai includes the variety of idlis and dosas, ragi puttu, Kari dosa, idiyappam, keerai vada, mutton chukka, bun parota, jigar thanda, paruthi paal among others. </li>
<li aria-level="2">Other options include a visit to the archaeological site of Keeladi, Vellacheri doll village and a number of jain caves and rock sculptures</li>
</ul>
<li aria-level="1">We wrap up the discussion with other points of interest in the vicinity including Chettinad, Tanjavur, Chennai that one can plan for an extended itinerary. </li>
</ul>
Links:
Link to the blog post: <a href="https://vacaywork.com/madurai-travel-blog/">https://vacaywork.com/madurai-travel-blog/</a>
Link to Sahana’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sahana.kulur/">https://www.instagram.com/sahana.kulur/</a>
Link to Sahana’s website: <a href="https://vacaywork.com/madurai-travel-blog/">https://vacaywork.com</a>
Sahana’s previous episode on Bijapur: 
<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sfbo4CGkeJJImd1Acx5K1?si=luN1sAtdSo63QvhK_fqTeg">https://open.spotify.com/episode/0sfbo4CGkeJJImd1Acx5K1?si=luN1sAtdSo63QvhK_fqTeg</a>
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Madurai is a vibrant city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. Often referred to as the "Temple City," Madurai is home to the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, a major pilgrimage site. The city has a history dating back over 2,500 years and has witnessed the rise of various dynasties. Madurai is known for its bustling markets, traditional cuisine, and the annual Chithirai Festival, which attracts tourists and devotees alike. The city serves as a cultural and economic hub in southern India, blending tradition with modernity.

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