Trichy (Tiruchirapalli)Trichy (Tiruchirapalli) – the Rock City  It is situated on the banks of River Cauvery. It is the fourth largest city in Tamilnadu. Trichy is an ancient city, famous for its beauty of architectural monuments and culture. Trichy has a fine blend of tradition and modernity built around the Rock Fort. It is also famous for artificial diamonds, cigars, handloom clothes, glass bangles, wooden and clay toys. Trichy itself is an industrial town, where a number of industries flourish. Some of them are BHEL, OFT, HAPP and Golden Rock Railway Work Shop along with its ancillary industries. Places to visitRock Fort TempleThe most famous landmark of Trichy is the Rock Fort temple which is 83m tall, perched on a huge rocky out crop. The temple complex is composed of two parts - a Shiva temple (Thayumanaswamy) carved in the middle of the rock and a Ganesh temple at the top portion of the rock. The Ganesh temple is much smaller with an access through steep steps carved on the rock and provides a stunning view of Trichy, Srirangam and the rivers Kaveri and Kollidam. The Rock fort Hillock is said to be 230 crore years old. Due to its ancient and impressive architecture created by the Pallavas, the temple is maintained by the Archaeological department of India. It will take 1 - 2 hours to visit this place.
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Srirangam Ranganathaswamy TempleIt is an important pilgrimage centre and an exclusive Vaishnavite landmark. Srirangam looks like an island surrounded by river Cauvery and Kollidam on its either side. It is situated at a distance of 7 km from Trichy Railway station. This temple’s fame stands for its Rajagopuram, which is the highest tower in south India. The Rajagopuram could be well seen even from miles apart. It will take 1 to 2 hours to visit this temple.
View Point – Rs 10 (until 6.00pm only) Temple Museum Timings: 8AM–1PM & 2 PM– 5PM Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeswarar & Akilandeswari TempleAn important place of worship for Saivites, located at a distance of 3 km from Trichy and close to Srirangam. Presiding deities are Lord Jambukeshwara (Shiva) and Lordess Akilandeswari (Parvathi). Lord Shiva is seen in the form of Lingam and he is partially submerged in water. It is one of the five elements called “Appu” (Water). It will take 1 hour to visit this temple
Samayapuram Mariamman TempleSamayapuram Mariamman Temple - This temple is situated at a distance 17 km from Trichy. The deity here is called 'Samayapuram Mariamman'. This Goddess is believed to be the sister of Lord Vishnu. An important place amongst the places of residence of Goddess Sakthi who is the wife of Lord Shiva. Only Hindus are allowed
Vayalur Subramaniaswamy TempleVayalur Subramaniaswamy Temple This temple lies 14kms away from Trichy. It is one of the famous temples of Lord Murugan. During all Shastis (6th day of the New / Full Moon day), Karthigai, Panguni Uthiram, Thai Poosam, first day of the English and Tamil New Year, thousands of devotees visit this temple. Only Hindus are allowed
Ayyappan TempleAyyappan Temple - This temple is a peaceful place for worship. There is no caste creed or race bars in this Temple. The high degree of discipline is propagated here. Infact, the temple is famous for its neat maintenance and planned activities. A large meditation hall is seen here. Also, many boards and Hoardings with excellent messages to life are seen here. It is located just 2 Kms from the Central Bus Stand, near the District Court. There is a strict dress code being followed here (Dhoti, trousers in full, shirt, Saree, Chudidhar are only allowed)
Lady Lourdes ChurchLady Lourdes ChurchIt is located in the heart of the city, just opposite the Rock Fort. The Church’s 200 ft tall spire is visible from a radius of 8 kms around it. Church of our Lady of Lourdes is the replica of the Basilica of Lourdes, the World famous place of pilgrimage in southern France
Mukkombu (Upper Anaicut)Mukkombu (Upper Anaicut)it is 18 Km from Trichy & is situated at the head of Srirangam island. It is an ideal picnic spot where the river Kollidam or Colroon branches off from the Cauvery.
Kallanai (Grand Anaicut)Kallanai (Grand Anaicut)It is 15 Km from Trichy. It is an ancient dam, built by King Karikala Chola across the river Cauvery during 2nd Century B.C. it is considered one of the oldest water - diversion or water - regulator structures in the world & still it is in use. The purpose of the dam was to divert the waters of the Kaveri across the fertile Delta region for irrigation via canals. Excursions from TrichyTrichy - Tanjore - TrichyTanjore is 65 Km away from Trichy. It is the rice bowl of Tamilnadu. It is famous for Brahadeeswarar temple (called Tanjore Big Temple). The temple was constructed more than thousand years ago by the King Rajarajan, an architect's marvel. It is a flourishing centre for bronze sculpture and painting. Also, here we can see Museum, Palace & an Art gallery. Trichy - Naarthamalai - Sittanavasal - TrichyNaarthamalai is 25 Km from Trichy. It has some oldest structural stone temples built by Mutharaiyars. This temple has six large skillfully carved statues of Vishnu in the central hall. It is surrounded by seven or eight hills with ancient caves containing Jaina Architectural remnants. A 9th century Pallava cave temple dedicated to Siva lies to the South.
SittanavasalIt is 58 Km from Trichy. It is famous for its ancient monuments and Jain caves with intricate wall paintings. It is a cluster of rock caves, called the Ajanta of South. Both the places lie between Trichy and Pudukottai. Rock Cut Jain Temple - Sittanavasal
Natural Cavern with stone beds, Eladipattam (Sittanavasal)
Trichy - Chettinad - TrichyChettinad is the homeland of the Nattukottai Chettiars (Nagarathar), a prosperous banking and business community, many of whose members migrated to South and Southeast Asia, particularly Ceylon and Burma, in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Chettinad is known for its culinary delicacies. Chettinad is rich in cultural heritage, art and architecture, and is well known for its houses used with marble and Burma teak, wide courtyards, spacious rooms, and for its 18th century mansions.
Festivals in TrichyFloat FestivalThe float festival is a visual treat of twinkling lights and bedecked deities in all their finery. Celebrated around March - April at the Rock Fort Temple, it attracts devotees in large number. Vaikunta Ekadasi FestivalIn mid December or early January, Vaikunta Ekadasi or Paradise Festival is celebrated in Srirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple. Sorga Vasal or Door to Heaven, a huge door is opened on that day (once in a year). Thousands of devotees come to the temple to participate in this event. Car FestivalA huge chariot carries the deity and it comes around the temple. Car Festival comes during the month of April / May (Tamil month Chithirai). At this time a large number of people from all over the country visits the holy place Srirangam and celebrate this festival in a grand manner. Especially the village people come in a large number. During the month of April (Tamil month Panguni), the car festival is celebrated in Thiruvanaikaval Jambukeshwara Temple. Aadi perukkuAadi perukku is celebrated during the 18th day of the Tamil month Aadi. It usually falls in the month of August. This festival is celebrated by the people residing at the bank of the River Cauvery. Special food is prepared on this day and family and friends get together and pray for uninterrupted supply of water and good harvest. In some communities, the bride’s parents invite their son –in-law & daughter and present new clothes to them. Hospitals in TrichyAssured Best Care Hospital - 2760859, 2750238, 2750239
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