What is Tuticorin best known for?
Tuticorin, Pearl City, is a gateway to Tamil Nadu. The history of Tuticorin dates back to the 6th century AD. One of the oldest ports in the world, it served as the main port of the Pandyan Empire. It was later occupied by the Portuguese, followed by the Dutch and finally by the British. After independence, Tuticorin became one of the most important port cities in India.
Tuticorin city is also famous for fishing and for the construction of ships. Its port witnessed the great commercial expansion and managed to carry supplies to various neighbouring countries, such as Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and other coastal regions of India.
Best places to visit in Tuticorin
- Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary: It is counted as one of the few national parks that house tigers. It has an impressive collection of wild animals like the pangolin, lion-tailed macaques etc.
- Kalugumalai: This place is a famous tourist attraction because of its striking rock-cut temples and beds belonging to the monolithic period.
- Thiruchendur Murugan Temple: This temple is dedicated to the Hindu Lord Murugan and sees thousands of devotees every year.
- Our Lady of Snows Basilica: It is a very famous church built in beautiful architecture and painted with shades of white and blue.
- Ettayapuram Palace: This palace displays the cultural and historical aspect of the state of Tamil Nadu.
- Suganthi Devadason Marine Research Institute: It was established to promote research on marine and coastal ecosystems.
- Tuticorin Port: The Tuticorin Port is the perfect place to witness the bundle of operations being carried out at a port.
- The Beach: Sun-kissed beach has an amazing sunset view bustling with people. Small vendors can be seen selling snacks and coconut water.
- Ottapidaram: The place is just part of Tuticorin, with many places having historical significance such as house of the freedom fighter V.O Chidambaram
- Holy Trinity Church: With white exterior it gives immense peace. It is believed that St. Xavier stayed here.
- Manapad: Manpada Beach and Church are situated at a distance of 18 km from Tiruchendur. Also known as Holy Cross Church and was built in the year 1581. The church is located on the seashore and is very close to St. Francis Xavier.
- Harbor Beach: It is located near the Harbor Guest House. A garden is also built near this for people to spend a fun-filled evening in the fresh air of the sea. Today, this park is a famous tourist destination.
- Hare Island: It is located near the harbour. The island has two lighthouses; many conch shells can be found on the beach. Beautiful peacocks can be spotted on the Island.
Airport in Tuticorin
Tuticorin Airport is the domestic airport in the city. IndiGo operates various domestic flights from the city. For more information about the flights from this airport, kindly visit the IndiGo website.
- Airport address- Tuticorin Airport Terminal Building, Tuticorin Airport Road, Vagaikulam, Tamil Nadu
- IATA code- TCR