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Things to see in Tirunelveli (India): 9 places and when to go
Tirunelveli is a city in India with around 542,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Wildlife (3), Temples (3). The best known are Adichanallur, Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve and Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi. The best time to come is October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- India · 8.7304, 77.69
- Population
- About 542,000
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (4) · Wildlife (3) · Temples (3) · History (1) · Hot springs (1)
- Best time
- October to March.
- Also possible
- April and September.
- Nearest airport
- BLR Bengaluru, 497 km as the crow flies
What to see in Tirunelveli
The places in and around Tirunelveli, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- AdichanallurArchaeological site in Tamil Nadu23 km
- Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger ReserveTiger reserve in Tamil Nadu, India38 km
- Kasi Viswanathar Temple, TenkasiShiva temple in Tamil Nadu, India49 km
- Koonthankulam Bird SanctuaryProtected area in Tamil Nadu, India27 km
- Papanasanathar TemplePapanasam, Papanasanathar Temple Tirunelveli District, TN35 km
- Vettuvan KoilTemple in India47 km
- Agasthiyar FallsWaterfall on the Tamiraparani River in Tamil Nadu, India36 km
- Gangaikondan Spotted Deer SanctuaryWildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, India14 km
- SBM ToiletHot spring bath3.1 km
When to go to Tirunelveli
The best time to visit Tirunelveli is October to March; also possible: April and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:33
- FebBest time11:43
- MarBest time11:57
- AprPossible12:12
- MayBetter not12:24
- JunBetter not12:30
- JulBetter not12:28
- AugBetter not12:17
- SepPossible12:03
- OctBest time11:48
- NovBest time11:36
- DecBest time11:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30. In January, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to India in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Tirunelveli
The nearest main airport is Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR, Bengaluru), 497 km as the crow flies. How to get around India (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of India, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Tirunelveli?
The best known: Adichanallur, Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi, Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary, Papanasanathar Temple. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tirunelveli?
October to March; also possible: April and September. In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30.
How do you get to Tirunelveli?
The nearest main airport is Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), 497 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tirunelveli as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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