Melamadai is a small settlement situated on the outskirts of
Madurai, in
Madurai District,
Tamil Nadu. Neighboring places: Vandiyur in the north-east, Chinna Anuppanadi in the north, Madurai in the north-west and Avaniapuram in the south-west.
Pandi Muneeswarar Temple is the prime landmark. Jallikattu (bull fighting) is held at this temple as part of the Pandisamy Temple Festival.
Tourist spots in the region include Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Gandhi Museum, Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Thirupparankundram Temple, Agastiswarar Temple, Kutladampatti Waterfalls, Ayannar Temple, Rajaji Park and Aappudaiyaar Kovil.
Accommodation is available at hotels and guest houses in Madurai.
The nearest airport is Madurai Airport. Madurai Junction Railway Station serves the town. Melamadai can be approached from Madurai and Tiruppuvanam.
