Thirupuvanam — Travel Guide
Thiruppuvanam is a panchayat town in Sivaganga district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Thiruppuvanam is situated nearby the Temple city of Madurai. It is on Madurai-Rameswaram National Highway and 18 km to the east of Madurai,20 km From Manamadurai.situated on the southern banks of river Vaigai. Before the 7th century AD in Tamil Nadu, Jainism and Buddhism were the dominated religions. During that period the four great Saivaite saints restored the pristine glory of Saivism. They traveled far and wide in the Tamil kingdoms, extolling and singing the glory of God. There are 14 Shrines in the Pandya kingdom where their songs are available. These 14 Shrines in the area known as Pandi-14. Amongst the 14 Shrines, Madurai, the Capital of the Pandiya Kingdom is the most ancient. But the city was ravaged due to the war of Lord Indra, the curse of Kannagi, which consumed Madurai, and the spate in the river Vaigai. Though the city was brought back to life again, the only Shrine which maintains its ancient glory is Thirupuvanam.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The Madurai International Airport is 25 km from the town.
By Train
Silsiman Rail Way Station are the very nearby railway stations to Tiruppuvanam.
Shopping in Thirupuvanam is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Thirupuvanam to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Thirupuvanam means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Thirupuvanam is the most important a
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