Full-day tour of Athanagudi
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Offered in: English
Overview
In this tour, you will explore the history, culture, cuisine, and crafts of the Chettinad district. It's named after the Chettiars, a powerful and prosperous business community, which has strongly influenced the region's culture, crafts, and cuisine. They built a large number of elaborate 19th-century mansions in a mix of Indian and European styles. Drive to Athanagudi, to visit the traditional tile-making and pottery units. The brightly patterned Athanagudi tiles were commissioned by the Chettiars for their mansions and are entirely handmade, even now. Then, from Athanagudi, you will drive to the Thirumayam Fort, which was built in the 17th century and has been a site of several battles and intrigues. Nearby is the small town of Kanadukathan, famous for its grand old-style mansions with elaborate woodwork, terracotta, and tile work. You may also check out the antique market in Karaikudi and the local weaving units that produce the famous Chettinad weaves and famous Chettinad handloom saris.
What's included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicleHotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not included
Tips (optional)Tips (optional)
Where
Madurai, India
Meeting point:
Pick-up from your hotel in Madurai. The pick-up is only from city hotels (within 10km) and if guests wish to be picked up in the outskirts there will be a supplement to be paid on site. During booking, you will be asked to provide your pick-up address. Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator whose contact information can be found in the voucher after booking.
What To Expect
- Explore the history, culture, cuisine, and crafts of the Chettinad district
- Visit the traditional tile-making and pottery units in Athanagudi
- Discover Chettinad weaves and handloom saris at the antique market in Karaikudi
From
US$ 250