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Srivilliputtur, situated on
Madurai-
Tenkasi state highway, is 74 km from Madurai. Srivilliputtur is the birth place of Sri Andal, a great poet and saintess of the Bhakti tradition and Periazhwar, saint of the Srivaishnava tradition. A famous temple of Sri Andal is housed here.
The best time to visit is during the festivals of Margazhi Thirunal (December-January) and Adi Thirunal (July-August). Thiruvannamalai and Kattalagar temples are nearby.
The nearest airport is at Madurai, 70 km away. Srivilliputtur Railway Station is on the Kollam-Virudhunagar rail route. Regular bus services are available from Madurai and Tirunelveli.
Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: |
Virudhunagar |
Location: |
Srivilliputtur |
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