Nagapattinam — Travel Guide
Nagapattinam is a coastal city in the state of Tamil Nadu of southern India. The city is a municipal and an administrative centre in the Nagapattinam district. Located on the banks of Bay of Bengal, the same was carved by divergence of the Thanjavur district. The city has some very famous temples such as Shri Kayahorana Swami, Neelayathatchi Amman, Sowriraja Perumal and Nellukkadai Mariamman. The name is derived from its ancient name 'Nagur'. It was called so because of the Nagurs, an ancient and now somewhat extinct aboriginal race that inhabited this place. Nagapattinam is a unique town that has its own historical and cultural significance. Nagapattinam was one of the constituents of Cholamandalam, and was acclaimed as the most prominent of the then cities.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The closest airport from Nagapattinam is Thiruchi that is at a distance to 140 Kilometers.
By Train
Nagapattinam has its own railway station and is connected by trains from major cities of South India.
Shopping in Nagapattinam is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Nagapattinam to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in
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