Introduction: The small town Tirunelveli Situated on the banks of the river Tambraparni. It is the Headquarters of the Tirunelveli District. In the days of the Pandyas, it was their capital city for some time. has a history that goes back 2000 years. The main attraction in Tirunelveli is the twin temple of Kanthimathi - Nellaiappar dedicated to lord Parvati and Siva respectively. The city also goes by the name Nellai. The district is known for its paddy fields. The name 'Tiru-Nel-Veli' owes to a Hindu mythological story where Lord Shiva protected the paddy ('nel') by creating a fence ('veli'). The Shiva temple is to the north while the Parvati temple is to the south. Among the interesting sights in the temple are the golden lily tank, the thousand-pillared hall which has some exquisite sculptures and the musical pillars which produce different musical notes when struck. The Tirunelveli city is noted for the sweet 'Halwa' (pronounced Alva) which is made from wheat and sugar. The 'Iruttu Kadai' opposite the Nellayappar temple is the hot spot when it comes to Alwa. 'Tirunelveli Alva' is said to owe its peculiar taste to the Thamirabarani river water.
How to reach:
By Air : The nearest Airport is Madurai. Its 151 Kms away from Tirunelveli.
By Rail : southern railway junction is a important railway junction for Tirunelveli. The southern railway and is connected to all major cities.
By Road : Tirunelveli is served by a good network of roads.
