Day 7:
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Morning after breakfast drive to Madurai, which has been a
center of learning, and pilgrimage for many centuries. Life in
this bustling pilgrimage city is centred on the great Meenakshi
temple, which dominates the old city. This
temple with its gopurams (pyramidal gateway towers) is covered with a
profusion of multi-coloured images of mystical figures, animals and gods.
Stay overnight at the Hotel.
Day 8:
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Today it is a scenic drive up to Kodaikanal, which is one of
the most charming hilstations in South India. Kodaikanal lies
on the southern crest of the Palani Hills, at an altitude of 2100
meters above sea level. Stay two nights at
the Hotel.
Day 9:
At leisure, Kodaikanal is noted for its scenery and landscaped
lakes. Two of the most spectacular views in India can be
enjoyed from Coaker-s Walk and Pillar Rocks; however, at
certain times of year the views can be restricted by
the weather. Stay Overnight.
Day 10:
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Leave today for a scenic drive through the hills to Munnar, at
1520 metres above sea level, in the high ranges of Kerala.
Munnar is a genuine hill station and center of the Kerala tea
industry. It is also close to Anaimudi, at 2695
metres the highest peak in South India. In the town Christ Church with its
memorial plaques to past planters is worth visiting. Stay Overnight.
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