Madurai to Dharamshala Distance

Madurai is one of the oldest and culturally rich cities in the Indian state of Tamilnadu. This city is a pilgrimage centre for many tourists as there are over 10 major temples here. The temples are built in the Dravidian style architecture by Madurai Nayak and Pandyan kings.  
Best time to visit
Madurai experiences a hot climate most of the year. Thus, it’s best to visit the city during the winter months. You can consider visiting here anytime between October and March. Chennai to Madurai flights is one of the busiest routes in south India.
Places to visit
Dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, Meenakshi Temple or Meenakshi Amman Temple is the major centre for pilgrims in Madurai located on the southern bank of Vagai River. The temple is beautifully constructed with the colourful intricate carvings on the pillars and walls. `Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple is another popular temple located in Thiruparankundram, which is about 8kms from Madurai. This cave temple is known to be built by Pandyas and boasts of the beautiful architecture. In Madurai, you can also visit the Gandhi Museum, Samanar Hills and Vaigai Dam apart from temples. Book your Madurai hotel near temple from Goibibo.
Hotels and Restaurants
Madurai is called the food capital of Tamil Nadu as it offers a huge variety of cuisines. When it comes to local ones, some of the must-try delicacies are Chettinadu varieties like Kuzhi Paniyaram, Appam, Paruthi Paal, Bengal Fish Curry and Panakarkandu Paal. Also, your trip is incomplete without sipping, Madurai’s famous filter coffee.

Madurai offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Madurai to Luxury Hotels in Madurai / Resorts in Madurai, from 5 star Madurai hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Madurai to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Madurai, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Madurai for stay are near Madurai Airport, Madurai Junction, Madurai Main, KK Nagar and Anna Nagar. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.

Transportation
Transportation facilities are great inside Madurai as all kinds of transport are available easily and frequently. Madurai International Airport ( IXM) is situated at a distance of 12kms from Madurai Railway Station. It has good connectivity with almost all the cities. There are also frequent international air services by Air India Express, Spicejet, Indigo and Air India to Colombo, Dubai, Sri Lanka and Singapore. The same airlines also serve from Delhi and Mumbai to Madurai. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online via various websites. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on these websites. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Madurai Junction Railway Station is the main railway station serving the city. Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and Delhi are well-connected with Madurai via rail network. City has several luxury and ordinary Madurai buses plying to and from the important cities of Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Kerala.

Dharamshala is known to be the residence of globally-adored master of the Tibetan culture ‘Dalai Lama’ and several other Tibetan monks who have taken exile. The city is situated on the scenic land of Kangra Valley in the state of Himachal Pradesh with captivating views of the green hills, Himalayan mountains in the backdrop and quiet lakes, Dharamshala is an ideal combination of nature and enlightenment. Solo backpackers, families and groups of tourists can be found strolling around this pristine city. Though Dharamshala has plenty to offer, it is ideal for a 3 to 4 days stay.
 
Best Time to Visit
The summer months from March to July are ideal to visit Dharamshala. The weather is quite pleasant and these months are preferred for trekking. February is also an ideal month to visit and engage in the most popular festival of Dharamshala, Tibetan New Year Festival. It is recommended to look for local festivals and fairs that undertake in the city before booking. Find best hotels in Dharamshala from Goibibo.
 
Places to Visit
Tourists can visit Namgyal Monastery, Tsuglagkhang Complex, Norbulingka Institute, Gyuto Monastery, Tibet Museum, Tushita Meditation Centre and Dalai Lama Temple Complex to educate themselves about Buddhism. Triund Hill is famous for trekking and camping. Kangra Valley, Bhagsu Waterfall, Naddi View Point are there to soothe your body and mind with their fascinating views and unforgettable experiences. St. John in the Wilderness, Dal Lake, Masroor Rock Cut Temple, Tea Garden Dharamshala, War Memorial and Dharamshala Cricket Stadium are the other attraction points in Dharamshala. There are plenty of craft shops to buy souvenirs like Singing Bowl, Buddha statues, local Tibetan handicrafts and books.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
Momos, Thukpa, Thenthuk and Pocha are some famous Tibetan dishes. Plenty of dhabas for your Punjabi food fixes, momo points and bakeries can be found in the city.JJI Exile Brothers & Mama's Kitchen, Peace Café, Dolma & Dorjee, Jimmy's Italian Kitchen and Black Tent Cafe are some popular dining places offering a variety of food options. Quality Tibetan Bakery and Ogo’s Italian Cafe are good choices for desserts offering some delicious puddings, brownies and aromatic coffee.

Dharamshala offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Dharamshala to Luxury Hotels in Dharamshala / Resorts in Dharamshala, from 4 star Dharamshala hotels to homestays, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Dharamshala to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Dharamshala, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Dharamshala for stay are near Dharamshala Airport, Bhagsu Nag, Naddi, Upper Dharamshala and Khanyara Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
Gaggal Airport (DHM) is situated in Gaggal near Kangra and is approximately 12 kms away from Dharamshala. SpiceJet, Alliance Air and Air India operate direct domestic flights between Dharamshala and Delhi. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. It is also well-connected to major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla via roadways with regular, deluxe and AC buses. Pathankot Railway Station is the nearest railway station, about 85 kms away from Dharamshala. The journey to the railway station can be covered by hired taxis or local buses. For getting around the city, there are local HRTC buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws available.