Come experience Madurai with Storytrails
Join us on our city walks, food trails and local experiences in the ancient city of Madurai.
Discover the history of this vibrant city, sample the local delicacies, or join us on a visit to a potter’s village. And listen to enjoyable tales as you explore the bylanes around the famous Meenakshi temple.
Why visit Madurai
Madurai, located along the banks of the Vaigai river, is believed to be one of the oldest cities in India with a history dating back to the 3rd century BCE. Ruled by a series of south Indian kings, most notably, the Pandyas, the city was a bustling centre for trade, religion and learning. It continues to be the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu, and is today renowned for its temple-dotted skyline. The famous Meenakshi Amman Temple lies at the centre of this city.
A short drive will take you to the ancient Jain caves at Samanar hills. Other significant landmarks include the 17th century Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace and the Koodal Alagar temple. Madurai is also renowned for its ‘mess’ culture; inexpensive, clean eateries that serve up a variety of delicious food – from biryani, parottas and kal dosais to a wide range of meat delicacies.
Trails
Come, join us as we explore the best of Madurai’s stories.
Madurai has a lively food scene and a recorded history that spans two millennia. Join us on the food trail and eat your way through some of that history. Every mouthful of its street food will get you an earful of stories – of its people, its culture and way of life.
Join us on a walk through the ancient city of Madurai, and chance upon her stories; of fickle kings and towering monuments; of whimsical Gods and extraordinary mortals; some set a millennia ago and some of a more recent vintage.
At first, God created man in his image, and now, men create Gods in their mould. Join us on a visit a Potter’s village, and watch mud go from the mundane to the sublime. See how a whole village has hit pay dirt and listen to stories of creators – both mortal and immortal.
Testimonials
Come, join us as we explore the best of Madurai’s stories.
Gallery
Come, join us as we explore the best of Madurai’s stories.
