Madurai, India

Madurai Travel Guide

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Local name: मदुरई Population: 909.9 thous. (2019)Area: 57.13 mi²Elevation: 463 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 9°55'23"N, 78°7'15"E
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Tamil NaduIndia

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Madurai Top Attractions

Madurai Attractions - What to See and Explore

Madurai offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Meenakshi Temple, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal, Athisayam, Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Madurai – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Madurai, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Kodaikanal Golf Club, Kodaikanal Lake (Kodaikanal), Srivilliputhur Andal temple (Srivilliputhur).

  • kodaikanal golf club49 milesNW
  • kodaikanal lake48 milesNW
  • srivilliputhur andal temple44 milesSW
  • tiruttalinathar temple avudaiyarkoil35 milesE
  • kumbakkarai falls theni44 milesNW

Best Time To Visit Madurai

Learn when is the best time to travel to Madurai weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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April, May and June are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in January, July and December.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in March, April, May, June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, November and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in October.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 1 hr and 09 min.

Sunrise

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Madurai?

What is the best time to visit Madurai?

April, May and June are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in January, July and December. The highest air temperature is in March, April, May, June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February, November and December.

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