Wedged as it was between two powerful kingdoms – the Pandyas and Cholas to the east and the Cheras and later the Travancore rulers to the west, the region comprising Kanyakumari, Nagercoil and around is unique – vast estates of pepper and coffee, hallowed shrines known for piety and poetry, a quaint touch of the Dutch, plenty of waterbodies, a fort or two and plenty of stories.
Chances are of course that you have visited Kanyakumari, seen the wonderful sunrise and sunset there, and taken in the local sights. But have you heard of Thiruvanparisaram or admired the architecture and the deity at Thiruvattar? Both of these are Divya Desams- shrines hallowed by the visit of Alwars. And we have a surprising number of Chola era temples such as the little-known Choliswaram and the magnificent Suchindram temple, which in its present form shows more Nayak and Travancore influence.
Can there be another structure like the Padmanabhapuram Palace? A true display of Travancore architecture and way of life, it remains well preserved. There are besides tiny forts like the ones at Udayagiri and Vattakottai, which too are worth a visit.
Handpicked by Sriram V, heritage enthusiast, the tour offers you a guided insight into some aspects of the region. But that is not all – the true beauty of Indian heritage lies in the multiple layers that keep surfacing for us to delight in.
Dates- May 27 to 30th (four days and three nights)
Travel: By Flight (Departure from Chennai to Tuticorin on May 27th morning, return from Thiruvananthapuram to Chennai on May 30th night)
Stay and all meals: At Sparsa (27th) and Anantya Resort (28th and 29th)
Fare: Rs 38,000 plus GST per person land cost plus air fare based on actuals
Payment to be made to the following bank details:
Account Name : Past Forward
Account Type : Current
Bank Name : The Federal Bank Ltd
A/c No : 12820200104237
Branch : Royapettah
IFSC CODE : FDRL0001282
Please do drop us an email at walks@chennaipastforward.com to inform us of your reservations
If you still prefer paying the heritage way, do drop in at our office between 9.30 am and 5.30 pm Monday to Friday and pay by cheque (payable to Past Forward) or cash. Address is given below:
c/o HVK Systems,
2&3, Bhattad Tower
30, Westcott Road,
Royapettah, Chennai 600014
A brochure is enclosed for you to share with your friends.
is it not /Naanjil ‘ ?
On 4/25/22, Madras Heritage and Carnatic Music
No.
yes. it should be Naanjil and not Naanji
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