South India Temple Tour | A Spiritual Journey
Trip Highlights
Enjoy a spiritual vacation in South India as you explore some of its most serene temples, from Tirupati's Tiruamali to Trivandrum's Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Explore and spend time in peace at one of the most visited and wealthiest religious sites in the world, Tirumala Temple in Tirupati, for its spiritual significance.
See the stunning Arunachaleswarar Temple in Thiruvannamalai, known to be among the Pancha Bhoota Sthalams, representing the five elements.
Spend time at Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirapalli and see Rajagopuram, its main entrance tower, one of the tallest temple towers in Asia.
Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram and admire its Dravidian architecture and the reclining pose of Anantha Shayanam.
Know Before You Go
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
- Most South Indian temples require visitors to dress conservatively. Men typically need to wear dhotis or trousers with shirts, while women should to wear sarees, long skirts, or churidars.
- Footwear must be removed before entering the temple premises. It's advisable to carry a pair of socks if you are uncomfortable walking barefoot.
- Many temples do not allow photography inside the sanctum sanctorum or within the temple premises. Always check and respect these rules to avoid any issues.
- Be mindful of the temple rules regarding offerings and donations.
- Temples are places of worship and meditation. Keeping noise to a minimum is essential to respect the sanctity of the environment.
- Follow the queue systems for darshan (viewing the deity). Do not push or rush; patience is appreciated.
- Smoking, alcohol, and other intoxicants are strictly prohibited within temple premises.
- Many temples do not allow leather items such as belts, wallets, or bags. It is best to leave them behind or use alternatives.
Additional Information
About the South India Temple Tour:
Find a deeper sense of spirituality and attainment with the South India Temple Tour. It is a 12 day sojourn which takes you across ancient temples and shrines in Chennai, Tirupati, Kanchipuram, Mamallapuram, Tiruvannamalai, Pondicherry and other Southern cities.
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