The busy metropolis of Chennai has not earned itself the moniker of ‘Gateway to the South’ for nothing – there are numerous weekend getaway destinations where one can drive down to from Chennai. Whether you’re an adventure junkie, a thrill-seeker or a chilled-out wanderer, these destinations have something to offer for every kind of traveler […]

The agrarian eco-village of Kilivarai (or Kilavarai) and the scenic hill station of Kodaikanal (meaning ‘Gift of the forest’ in Tamil) in Tamil Nadu lie in a lush, verdant world where travelers can retreat into for a truly nature-inspired vacation.   History  The unique shola forests make for a stunning backdrop for Kodaikanal, which is […]

The glorious land of the Cholas a heritage city, Thanjavur offers spectacular temples, art, architecture, painting, and food to its visitors.  History There is a lot of history in Thanjavur, so much so that one wonders where to begin from! Known as the ‘rice bowl of Tamil Nadu’ Thanjavur is located in the Cauvery Delta […]

The city of Kovai, better known as Coimbatore, is the state’s second-largest city – and a major manufacturing, healthcare, IT, education, commerce, industries, and textile hub. History When it comes to how Coimbatore’s name came about, there are numerous theories. According to one legend, ‘Coimbatore’ is derived from Kovanputhur (which literally means the ‘new town of […]