- Alangudi - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning for the hour long drive to the town of Alangudi that is situated at a distance of 40 miles from Trichy.
Situated on the banks of the River Cauvery, Alangudi is famous for the Temple of Jupiter. The original temple dates back to the 7th century while the present structure was built in the 16th century under the reign of the Nayak Kings.
According to Hindu astrology, Jupiter is considered to control the intellect and wealth of an individual. The temple is built in the Dravidian style of architecture and has a 2-tiered central tower with ornate exteriors. The temple also has a lingam (phallic structure) that is a symbol of God Shiva.
At the end of the tour, take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant. After lunch you will be driven back to Trichy and dropped off at your hotel.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Food or drink, unless specified
- Guide
- Gratuities
Per Hindu cosmology, the zodiac system encompasses nine divine entities - the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu. A cluster of nine sacred edifices in Tamil Nadu’s southern region is each sanctified to one of these astral bodies. As per Hindu tradition, the influences of these cosmic bodies, whether propitious or deleterious, affect one’s astrological fate as they traverse their heavenly paths. Devotion to these deities is believed to ameliorate their unfavorable effects. Embark on a day trip from Trichy and pay homage at the Alangudi Temple of Jupiter.
Key Attractions
• Kaveri River
• Alangudi’s Temple of Jupiter
• South Indian Dravidian temple design
- Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
