Karaikudi
is known as an ancestral home of Chettiyars. It is 80 kilometers
away from Madurai. It is famous for its Chettinad Mansion, CECRI
(Central Electro Chemical Research Institute), Temples, Old buildings,
Gopura karai saris and Chettinad delicious tasty dishes. Nowadays
it is termed as a shooting spot for Tamil and Telugu film industries
and as well as a tourist center. Tourists come in large numbers
to have to have a view on history of Chettinad buildings. One
of the well known country’s magazine recently came out with
surprising news wherein it was mentioned that Chettinad was one
among the top 5 fast growing vacation spots in India. Hence, Karaikudi
will provide relaxing and enjoyable time to tourists who will
cherish the memories for long. |