Tirunelveli Situated on the banks of the river Tambraparani, the small town of Thirunelveli was once the capital of the Pandyas, and it has a history that goes back 2000 years. The main attraction of modern-day Thirunelveli, however, is the twin temples of Kanthimathi-Nellaiappar dedicated to Parvati and Shiva respectively. Among the interesting sights in the temples are the golden lily tank, the thousand-pillared hall, which has some exquisite sculptures, and the musical pillars that produce different musical notes when you strike them.

About 13 kms from Thirunelveli is the Krishnapuram temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Here he is called Thiruvenkatanathar. The temple is a worth a visit for the beautiful life-size sculptures carved with great intricacy and dedication by their creators.

Situated in the heart of Tirunelveli town, this twin temple is dedicated to Parvathi and Siva. Rare jewels, the golden lily tank, musical pillars, the hall of thousand pillars and an abundance of sculptures in stone and mortar are worth seeing here.

Courtallam, the “Spa of the south" is situated at an elevation of about 170 m high, on the western Ghats in Thirunelveli district. This is not only a tourist spot but also a health resort too. The waterfall has medicinal properties since the water runs through forests of herbs and the water has therapeutic qualities to cure physical ailments. During the season between Junes to September every year thousands of tourists visit this place.

It is located 49 km’s from Thirunelveli. The famous Shiva temple is located at the bottom of Western Ghats and also very near to the origin of the River Tambraparani. Every year The Chitrai Vishu festival is celebrated in the month of April and another festival Adi Ammavasai is celebrated in the month of July and lakhs of people congregate there. It also serves as a picnic spot.

Kumbarutti Falls 80 Km from Tirunelveli, 20 km from Courtalam via Parpozhi beautiful falls located at western glints along with natural swimming pool (Thadagam) 3 km before Achan Kovil.

This temple adjoining the falls named Agasthiyar falls is located half way to the Panatheertham, which is at a distance of 4 km’s from Papanasam Shiva Temple. One can reach these Agasthiyar Falls and the Temple by trekking a distance of 3 km’s. Regular buses are available to visit temples.

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