Tirunelveli Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Tirunelveli

Tirunelveli (Tamil: திருநெல்வேலி) city is the sixth largest city in Tamil Nadu, and the district headquarters of Tirunelveli district. The city is considered one of the oldest in Indian Subcontinent, dating back around 3,000 years. It is on the west bank of the Thamirabarani River. Palayamkottai - the twin city of Tirunelveli - is on the east bank.Palayamkottaiis known as "Oxford of South India" due to the existence of many schools and colleges. Tirunelveli is famous for halwa. The city is also called "Nellai"(Tamil:நெல்லை) .

Top Attractions in Tirunelveli

Explore the best things to see and do in Tirunelveli:

• ★Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Sametha Arultharum Gandhimathi Amman Temple
• ★Arulmigu Subramaniya Swami Temple, Kurukkuthurai

Where to Eat in Tirunelveli

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Iruttu Kadai

Tirunelveli Travel Guide Sections

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