Madurai is an energetic, ancient city on the Vaigai River in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Its skyline is dominated by the 14 colorful gopurams (gateway towers) of Meenakshi Amman Temple. Covered in bright carvings of Hindu gods, the Dravidian-style temple is a major pilgrimage site. Millions attend the processions and ceremonies of April's Chithirai Festival celebrating Meenakshi and Lord Vishnu. Below is the list of sightseeing places included in the 1 Day Madurai Local Sightseeing tour package. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai. ... Thirumalai Nayak Palace, Madurai. ... Koodal Azhagar Temple, Madurai. ... Imayil Nanmai Tharuvar Temple, Madurai. ... Gandhi Memorial Museum, Madurai. ... Teppakulam Mariamman Temple, Madurai. Top Most Delicious Foods of Madurai Elaneer Sharbat. The hot weather in Madurai makes this sharbat a perfect choice to relish. ... Chukkumalli Coffee. ... Kothu Parotta. ... Mutton Chukka. ... Jigarthanda. ... Madurai's Idli. ... Kari Dosa....