Tiruchirappalli - Best of history and nature
Tiruchirappalli Airport Directory (TRZ)
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Filled with magnificent natural beauty, historically significant landmarks and rich Tamil culture, the ancient city of Tiruchirappalli (also known as Trichy) has a liveliness and character worth exploring – with a rich history that dates back to 3rd Century BC. The main bazaar offers a great experience, with locally made handicrafts and traditional South Indian street food. Tourism in Trichy lays emphasis on the wealth of temples here with vibrant places of worship ornately decorated in Dravidian style.
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Trichy is during the winter season–from December to February. The weather is pleasant and one can witness the famous Pongal festivities during January. If you plan a visit during the Tamil month of Margazhi (Dec – Jan), don’t miss out the annual 21-day festival that attracts over 1 million visitors.
How to reach
By Air: Tiruchirappalli International Airport a.k.a Trichy International Airport is just 5km away from the city on NH210, making it fairly convenient for the visitors. IndiGo offers connectivity between Trichy and Chennai, Bengaluru and Kochi.
By Train: One can opt for a train ride to Tiruchirappalli Junction. It is one of the most important junctions of the state as it connects to the most of the major neighbouring cities and states in South India, as well as other metro cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
By Bus: Trichy can be easily reached via buses too, with all types of buses coming to the city, from Volvo buses to A/C sleeper and semi-sleeper buses.
Getting arround: Trichy Airport, Fort Railway Station, and Town Railway Station are well connected by local road transport. Getting around Trichy is fairly easy with regular buses and auto rickshaws. You can catch Bus 1 from Rockins Road outside the Central Bus Station that goes every few minutes to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple and back, stopping near the Rock Fort Temple and Sri Jambukeshwara Temple en route. Alternatively, you can easily get an auto rickshaw from Central Bus Station.
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Places to visit in Tiruchirappalli
Places to eat in Tiruchirappalli
Parthasarathy Vilas
Located at Srirangam, this small eatery has been a local favourite for years. Friendly staff, traditional servings on banana leaves and reasonably priced, this quaint little restaurant serves amazing ghee roast, filter coffee and breakfast. For those visiting the Srirangam Temple, a hearty breakfast at the Parthasarathy Vilas is recommended.
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Golden Palm
1km south of the Trichy Junction is the Golden Palm - a multi-cuisine restaurant with an excellent menu and sprawling views from the terrace deck of the Grand Gardenia Hotel. The menu includes mostly South Indian dishes with a few North Indian favourites and a delicious breakfast buffet.
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Madras Restaurant
Another great place for both South and North Indian Cuisines and a great selection of buffets is the Madras Restaurant at Hotel Breeze Residency. Ideal for a dinner with family and friends, the place has a poolside Wild West Bar, with refreshing cocktails as its speciality.
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DiMora
Run by three young entrepreneurs, DiMora is a fine-dining restaurant known for its pasta, wood-fired pizza, stir-fried dishes, sandwiches and fresh juices. The menu however includes cuisines from all over the world including American, Asian, Chinese, Greek and Mediterranean.
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Vasant Bhavan
Founded in 1969 by Patron Mr. A. Muthukrishnan, Vasant Bhavan is great spot for meals with a view, near the Rock Fort. The restaurant is located right opposite the Central Bus Stand and serves only vegetarian food. People often crowd up during lunch for their thaalis {both South and North Indian}. This popular spot has its branches in Colombo, Dubai and New Jersey, too! Quick service, great food at uber affordable prices and impeccable hospitality make Vasant Bhavan one of the best restaurants in the city.
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Shopping in Tiruchirappalli
Big Bazaar Street: One of the popular shopping destinations, Big Bazaar Street is packed with Tamil Nadu’s special crafts including jewellery, artefacts, traditional clothes, metalware and stone carvings. If you’re not a fan of bargaining then head straight to the government shops instead of the local ones.
Gandhi Market: This wholesale farmers market, founded in 1867, is 149 years old and is usually packed with retailers and local shoppers. People come here every day to shop for fresh fruits, vegetables and other eatables. It was initially named the Fort Market after the expansion in 1927 and suggestions by P. Rathinavelu Thevar (the mayor of Tiruchirappalli at the time).
Sarathas: Specialising in Bridal Sarees, the Sarathas Textile Showroom is both a landmark and the largest of its kind in the country. Founded in 1969, the massive showroom is spread across 1.5 million sq. ft. with various sections dedicated to traditional Indian fashion from sarees, dhotis, lehengas and bridal trousseaus to Indo-Western clothing and casual wear. For over 47 years, Sarathas has been people’s first choice when it comes to shopping for traditional clothes - from clothing materials to readymade dresses.
Nightlife
Being the city of temples, the locals don’t fancy drinking or partying much, so the number of bars are quite limited, with most of them situated in various hotels.
Bread Basket: The Bread Basket is one of the very few places one can go to enjoy a couple of drinks and hang out. The
Chola Bar: One of the commonly known bars is the Chola Bar in Hotel Ramyas. The bar offers happy hours between
Where to stay in Tiruchirappalli
Grand Gardenia This corporate-style hotel with modern rooms, rooftop terrace, multi-cuisine restaurants and all the necessary amenities makes this one of the smartest options in the city. The best part? It’s located just 1 km south of the Trichy Junction and in close proximity to all the main attractions in the city. Distance from the airport: 2 km
Breeze Residency The Breeze is a huge property located at the heart of Trichy, next to Trichy Railway Station, 1km away from the Bus Station and 6km away from Trichy Domestic Airport. Facilities include an outdoor pool, fitness centre and 3 dining options, with one of them being the famous Madras Restaurant. Distance from the airport: 6 km
Sangam Hotel Located close to the railway station, Sangam Hotel offers 90 spacious rooms, a well-equipped business centre and boutiques for shopping. It also offers an outdoor pool, meeting hall and conference rooms along with multiple dining options and an Egyptian-themed bar. Distance from the airport: 5 km
Ramyas Hotel This property has an advantage, as it is situated in proximity to various major tourist attractions like St. Lourdes Church, Rock Fort Temple and Jambukeswarar Temple, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple. The hotel offers round-the-clock room service, WiFi access, business centre and a beauty parlour. Ramyas Hotel also offers a multi-cuisine rooftop restaurant for guests to enjoy delish meals with a beautiful view of the city horizon. In addition to the restaurants, the hotel also houses a lounge bar for you to unwind at and enjoy a drink or refreshing cocktails with your friends and family. Distance from the airport: 6 km
More reasons to visit
Puliyancholai Falls: Pay a quick visit to the beautiful Puliyancholai Falls in the ancient town of Tiruchirappalli. Located in a serene and calm environment, a visit to this popular picnic spot is an amazing experience that will refresh your senses for sure.
Museums: For those who can’t get enough of the city’s rich culture and history, head over to the museums and take a walk down the history lane at Trichy's Railway Museum which is right next to the Trichy Junction; and St. Joseph’s College Museum (next to the Lourdes Church).
Near this city
Cuddalore: Situated approximately 2 hours away from Trichy, Cuddalore is famous for its magnificent temples, beautiful beaches, Lignite Mines and a massive mangrove forest. Head to the Silver Beach, second largest beach in Tamil Nadu, for scenic views and a relaxing time.
Hogenakkal: A popular weekend getaway among both locals and tourists, Hogenakkal is
Theni: Approximately 3 hours away from Trichy, Theni is located in the laps of Western Ghats. Soak in the mesmerizing lush green views and stock up on the district’s famous juicy mangoes, silk cotton, refreshing coffee beans and healthy green tea.
24 Hours in the city
Start your visit with a tour to the most important pilgrimage site, Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam. Head there between
6E & Cheeky
Picnic spots like the Kallanai Dam and Puliyancholai Falls are popular among both locals and tourists for spending some time relaxing with their family and friends between all the tours and sightseeing. The butterfly park near Sri Rangam, which is considered one of the biggest butterfly parks in Asia, has a beautiful garden, a fountain, a large butterfly glass house, fountain and the cutest little hut in which you can take a break and eat your food. Visitors can even plant a tree free of cost, according to their star sign. You might want to book tour packages with various tour and travel companies for a special and curated experience.
