Tiruchirappalli
is situated in central Tamil Nadu, on the banks of the Cauvery river. It is
320 km from Chennai and 150 km from Madurai. Situated on the bank of the
Cauvery river, Tiruchillappali now called Trichy, is a city of rich cultural
heritage. Trichy is renowned for its educational institutions, industries,
and temples. Today, Trichy is a amalgam of history, a pilgrim centre and a
flourishing commercial city.
Best Time & Climate :
Best time to visit this charming city is from September to March. The
climate is tropical and the maximum and minimum temperatures in summer are
37 degree Celsius and 26 degree Celsius respectively. Whereas in winters,
the maximum and minimum temperatures are 31 degree Celsius and 20 degree
Celsius respectively.
How to get there ?
» By Air - Tiruchirapalli is well connected to
Chennai, Madurai, Bangalore and Colombo. The airport is 07 kms from the city
centre.
» By Rail - Tiruchirappalli is an important junction
on the Southern Railway. It connects Chennai, Thanjur, Chidambaram, Madurai.
» By Road - Tiruchirappalli is well connected by
road to Madurai, Chennai, Pondicherry and Thanjavur.
Must Visit :
» Rock Fort Temple - The Rock Fort temple complex in
Tiruchirappalli is a collection of three temples - the Manikka Vinayakar
temple at the foot of the hill, the Uchhi Pillayar Koyil at the top of the
hill and the Taayumaanavar Koyil (Shivastalam) on the hill. The temple is
built on a rock that is 83 metres tall. There are 437 steep steps to reach
the temple.
» Srirangam (Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple) - This
grand temple complex is situated at 3 km from the Rock Fort. This is one of
the finest temples in South India dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is apparently
the largest temple complex in the whole of India. This 13th century temple
is surrounded by 7 concrete walls with 21 gopurams.
» Tiruvanaikkaval or Jambukeshwara temple - The
Jambukeshwara temple is dedicated to Shiva and houses five concentric walls,
and seven gopurams. Once an elephant worshipped Lord Shiva under the holy
Jambu tree and hence the name Jambukeshwar. The Shiva Lingam is partially
submerged in water which flows from an underground spring.
» St. John's Church - Built in 1812, this Church has
louvred doors, which when opened, turns the church into an windy pavilion.
The brilliant architecture of the church is a treat to the eyes.
» Government Museum - Situated at Thirukokarnam, the
museum is located near the Pudukkottai station, at a distance of 40 km from
Trichy. The rare collections in the sections of Geology, Zoology, Paintings,
Anthropology, Epigraphy,Historical Records, etc., are very interesting.
» Sri Ranganathaswami Temple - Located 7-km from
Trichy is Srirangam, the abode of the Supreme Lord, Sri Ranganatha, the
reclining form of Lord Vishnu. The temple of Ranganatha, the largest in
India, is of particular reverence to all Hindus.
» Viralimalai Sanctuary - Viralimalai is a small
town situated at a distance of 30-km from Tiruchirappalli. It is famous for
its Murugan temple and the Peacock sanctuary. The town is bestowed with a
large number of wild peacocks, which roam around the Murugan temple
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