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Madurai
Morning Darshan At Meenakshi Amman Temple
Gopurams in the first light, the Golden Lotus tank and the thousand-pillared hall at Madurai's great temple.
Hotels Near Meenakshi Temple In Madurai
Best Hotels Near Meenakshi Temple in Madurai
Staying inside the old town puts the temple, markets and food streets within walking distance.
Most first-time visitors to Madurai prefer a hotel inside the old town around the Meenakshi Amman Temple. You can walk to early-morning darshan and come back out for the food streets at night.
Tips
- Ask for a room with a rooftop view of the gopurams.
- Streets around the temple are busy — expect some noise.
- Book ahead during the Chithirai festival in April–May.
