The ancient culture of Tamil Nadu

A dazzling display of magnificent architecture, natural beauty, and artistic heritage

Cultural

Tamil Nadu

Cultural

Tamil Nadu

Known as the "land of temples", Tamil Nadu takes pride in its rich heritage, offering a captivating experience for travelers. 

This historic land is dotted with perfectly preserved temple towns that display breathtaking architectural marvels, modern self-sufficient and sustainable global communities, as well as stunning natural beauty and meticulously designed gardens nestled in the mountains. Travelers can experience the splendor of the old and the ingenuity of the new, coexisting in mutual serenity. Tamil Nadu is truly a living canvas of tradition, community, and creativity.

Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
A walking tour of Athoor, a scenic, traditional Tamil village
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
A tour of indigenous plants at the picturesque botanical gardens of Ooty
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
Exploring regal Chola architecture among the temples of Thanjavur, home to the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
A tour of Madurai city, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in India known for its magnificent towering temples
Exploring Auroville, a township in Pondicherry, designed to realize the human purpose of unity and sustainability, with a real Aurovillian
A day discovering the remarkable 7th-century rock-cut temples in the ancient port town and UNESCO heritage site of Mamallapuram

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It was a wonderful little spiritual tour (Chennai, Thiruvannamali, Auroville). As a 60-year-old first-time traveler to India, Christina helped me overcome all my concerns and uncertainties beforehand, gave me competent advice, always responded promptly, and spared no effort to make changes to the planning. I had a safe feeling from the start and was impressed by the high level of service. This was confirmed during the trip: everything went perfectly and I had an extra-prima-good time in colorful India. In any case, my driver Seenu and my Auroville guide Anantha Subbarayan also contributed to the unusually good success. I give both of them a standing ovation. Last but not least, my thanks also go to the local agency in Mamallapuram, Travel XS, with whom I hardly had any personal contact.

Beate Latz-Becker
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