HOTEL MANAGEMENT

1. SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY AND
TOURISM MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU
REPORT ON - “ITENARY ON TAMILNADU”
SUBMITTED BY:
RADHIKA GUPTA
ROLL NO – 12

2. Tamil Nadu is one of the 28 states of India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. Tamil Nadu
lies in the southernmost part of the Indian Peninsula and is bordered by the union territory of
Pondicherry, and the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. It is bound by the
Eastern Ghats in the north, the Nilgiri, the Anamalai Hills, and Palakkad on the west, by the
Bay of Bengal in the east, the Gulf of Mannar, the Palk Strait in the south east, and by the
Indian Ocean in the south.
Tamil Nadu is the eleventh largest state in India by area and the seventh most populous state.
Tamil Nadu is also the most urbanised state in India. Its official language Tamil has been in use
in inscriptions and literature for over 2000 years. Tamil Nadu is home to many natural
resources, Hindu temples of Dravidian architecture, hill stations, beach resorts, multi-religious
pilgrimage sites and eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites . Located on the Southern corner
of India, Tamilnadu is a top tourist destinations of the country.
Tourist Places & Attractions in Tamilnadu
Explore the cities of Tamil Nadu like Chennai, Madurai, Mahabalipuram with Tamil Nadu
tourism. These cities of Tamilnadu are treasure trove to numerous colonial structures built in
Dravidian style of architecture. Plethora of ancient monuments and temples has its own story of
artistic and cultural achievement. Pristine beauty of hill stations like Ooty, Kodaikanal leaves
the visitors mesmerized. The mosaic festivals like Karthigai Deepam, Pongal and lot more
describes the mystique believe of the Tamil Nadu people. Tamilnadu tourism also offer info on
popular dance form like Bharat Natyam which talks a lot about the Tamilnadu culture. The
longest Marina Beach, Kanyakumari beach, Rameshwaram beach awaits the beach seekers to
enjoy memorable beach vacations here. Henceforth, take some time out from your busy
schedule and plan for Tamilnadu tour to explore the exquisite Tamilnadu tourism places with
Tamil Nadu tourism.

4. TamilnaduTour
(10 Night / 11 Days)
Day 1 : Arrive Chennai. Arrive and check in to hotel.
Sightseeing of Chennai covering Fort St. George, Government Museum, National art Gallery,
Kapaleeshwar Temple and Marina Beach.
Fort St. George: this fort is one of the finest representation of British Military's Construction
in India. The fort was the centre from where Robert Clive, the founder of British Empire began
his empire building process.
Government Museum: one of the great museums of India established in 1857. Exquisite
carvings, authentic relics, sculptures and other interesting collections can be found here.
National art Gallery: has a finest collection of old paintings.
Kapaleeshwar Temple: this temple was constructed in the 13th century BC. This is a live
example of the architectural skills of the Dravidians.
ISKCON Temple Chennai :Inaugurated in 26 April 2012, the ISKCON Temple at Akkarai,
Sholinganallur is the largest Radha Krishna temple in Tamil Nadu.
Marina Beach: It is a natural urban beach in the city of Chennai, India, along the Bay of
Bengal, part of the Indian Ocean. The beach runs from near Fort St. George in the north to
Besant Nagar in the south, a distance of 13 km making it the longest natural urban beach in the
country and the world's second longest.
Overnight Chennai.
Hotels :
5 STAR- GREEN PARK, FORTUNE SELECT PALMS, etc
4 STAR- THE ARUNA, BENZZ PARK, etc
3 STAR- AMBICA EMPIRE, BELL CHENNAI, etc
Day 2 : Drive to Mahabalipuram (50 Kms. / 2 hrs.) enroute visiting Kancheepuram Temples.
It is most easily accessible by road. The Chennai – Bangalore National Highway, NH 4 passes
the outskirts of the city.
Kancheepuram Temples: The city's historical monuments include the Kailasanathar Temple
and the Vaikunta Perumal Temple.

5.  Kailasanath temple: It is the oldest temple of Kanchipuram. Located in Tamil Nadu,
India, it is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Siva and known for its historical presence.
The low-stung sandstone compound is a chock-a-block with fascniating carvings,
including many half-animal deities that were in vogue during the period of early
Dravidian Architecture.
 Thiru Parameswara Vinnagaram: It is a Vishnu temple located in Kanchipuram. Its
one of the 108 Divya Desam dedicated to the Lord Vishnu. It is also called the
Vaikunta Perumal temple and is dedicated to Vishnu who also bears the name
Vaikuntanathan.
On arrival check into hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight Mahabalipuram.
Hotels :
5 STAR- CHARIOT BEACH RESORT, RADISSON BLU RESORT, etc
4 STAR- IDEAL BEACH RESORT, MGM BEACH RESORT ,etc
3 STAR- GREEN COCONUTRESORT,BLUE BAY BEACH RESORT, etc
Day 3 : AM Sightseeing of Mahabalipuram covering Arjuna's Penance, Shore Temple and
the Five Rathas.
Arjuna's Penace : This sculptured marvel, is an enormous relief made on two huge boulders.
One of the biggest open-air rock canvases in the world, this bas-relief is
31m long and 9m high. The surface of the rock has detailed carvings, showing the most
endearing and natural rendition of animals
Shore Temple : It is one of the oldest temples in south india nestling on the shores of the Bay
of Bengal, was once a port of the Pallavas consisting of two Siva temples and a carving of
Anantasayana Vishnu. This historic monument built largely between the 7th and the 9th
century has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Five Rathas : The five rathas are Dharmaraja Ratha, Bhima Ratha, Arjuna Ratha, Draupadi
Ratha and Nakul Sahadev Ratha. These are monolithic temples, each created in a different
style, They are also known as the Pancha Pandava Rathas, and the fort of the rathas are
supposed to have been scooped out of a single rock formation
PM At leisure

6. Mahabalipuram Beach
Overnight Mahabalipuram.
Day 4 : AM Drive to Pondicherry (160 kms/ 3 hrs). Arrive and check in to hotel.
PM At leisure.
Overnight Pondicherry.
Hotels :
5 STAR-THE PROMENADE HOTEL, etc
4 STAR- ZEST BIG BEACH,LE ROYAL PARK,etc
3 STAR- THE ASHOK BEACH RESORT, GINGER, etc.
Day 5 : AM Sightseeing of Pondicherry covering Aurobindo Ashram & Auroville.
Aurobindo Ashram: It is the soul of Pondicherry. It was founded by the great spiritual leader
Sri Aurobindo Ghose in 1926 and now houses his samadhi as well as that of The Mother, his
main disciple. The ashram attracts thousands of visitors of all nationalities.
Auroville: "Auroville is meant to be a universal town where men and women of all countries
are able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all
nationalities. The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity."
PM Free
Overnight Pondicherry.
Day 6 : AM Drive to Swamimalai (130 Kms. / 3 hrs.) enroute visiting Chidambaram &
Gangaikondacholapuram temples. On arrival check in to hotel.
Gangaikondacholapuram : The beautiful town of Gangaikondacholapuram was constructed
on the banks of the river Ganges by the Chola King Rajendra I to commemorate his victory
over the kingdoms bordering it. The rock carvings here are bold and make an impact with their
keen sense of detailing and style.
Chidambaram Temple: It is dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form of the cosmic Dancer
Nataraja. It is one of the five dancing halls (Sabha) of Nataraja and the most famous one.
Chidambaram is the Kanaka Sabha (Golden Hall). It is also one of the Panchabhoota Sthalams
Overnight Swamimalai.

7. Hotels :
5 STAR- HOTEL NAMASKAR etc
4 STAR- INDECO HOTEL,MANTRA VEPPATHUR,etc
3 STAR-PARADISE HOTEL, GRAND GARDENIA ,etc.
Day 7 : AM Drive to Tanjore (36 kms. / 45 mins) via Darasuram temple. On arrival check
into Hotel.
Darasuram temple: It is a fine testimony to the skill and craftsmanship of 12th century Chola
architects. The temple is covered with exquisite sculptures of Lord Siva in all his magnificence.
Overnight Tanjore.
Hotels :
5 STAR-TANJORE INN HOTEL,PARISUTHAM HOTEL etc
4 STAR-ABI’s INN, HOTEL STAR RESIDENCY, etc
3 STAR-HOTEL SANGAM, HOTEL ORIENTAL TOWERS ,etc.
Day 8 : AM Sightseeing of Tanjore covering Brihadeshwara Temple and Library and later
drive to Chettinad (65 Kms. / 2 hrs.)
Brahadeeswara Temple : Built by the Chola King, Raja Raja I in the 10th century AD. The
temple has a gigantic Mahalingam and the second largest monolithic Nandi in India. Besides
this, it has a gigantic 14-tiered pyramid-shaped tower over the temple sanctum, 64.8m tall with
a square base topped by huge monolithic granite cupolas. Its unique construction ensures that
the shadow of the cupola never falls on the ground.
Overnight Chettinad.
Hotels :
5 STAR- VISALAM, etc
4 STAR- CHETTINADU MANISON, etc
3 STAR- CHETTINADU COURT,etc.
Day 9 : AM Sightseeing of Chettinad and later drive to Madurai visiting The Rockfort Temple
and Srirangam Temple in Trichy enroute (210 kms. / 6 hrs.)

8. The Rockfort Temple : This magnificient temple is dedicated to Lord Siva, his consort
Parvathi and Lord Ganesha. Built on an 83m high rock that dates back to 3800 million years ,it
offers a spectacular view of the city. Climbing up the 437 steps cut into the rock face is a
picturesque and spiritual experience as several small shrines dot the way.
Srirangam Temple : A Marvel of South Indian architecture and spread over an astounding 2.5
sq.kms with 21 huge gopurams. The temple was built between the 14th and 17th centuries on
an island in the Cauvery. It boasts of the world’s largest temple tower,a mammoth 13-tiered, 72
mt marvel! It is known as the Raja Gopuram and has a gleaming golden dome which is plated
with pure gold leaves
Overnight Madurai.
Hotels :
5 STAR-THE GATEWAY TAJ HOTEL, FORTUNE PANDIYAN HOTEL etc
4 STAR- HERITAGE MADURAI, etc
3 STAR-HOTEL STAR RESIDENCY,GRT REGENCYetc.
Day 10 : AM Sightseeing of Madurai covering Temple- Tirumalai Nayak Palace and
Theppakulam.
Evening visit the Meenakshi Temple for Puja ceremony.
Meenakshi Temple : The Madurai Meenakshi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi,
the protectress of Madurai. Built in the 16th Century by Tirumalai Nayak, it is spread over 350
hectares. Enclosed by walls, each has a nine-storey gopuram which is adorned by thousands of
intricately carved celestial and animal figures
Tiurmalai Nayak Palace : One of the grandest monuments in Madurai and a stunning piece of
Indo-Saracenic architecture. It was built in the early 17th century by Tirumalai Nayak with the
finest of craftsmen. The massive columns and finely carved arches and ceilings envelop the
viewer in a sense of awesome grandeur.
Theppakulam :It is dedicated to Mariamman, the Hindu Goddess of rain. it is situated near to
river Vaigai at a distance of about 3 km from the Meenakshi Amman Temple.
Overnight Madurai.
Day 11 : AM Drop to Airport to connect flight onward destination.
End of Tour.