Sankarankovil — Travel Guide
Sankarankovil is a second largest municipality in the Tirunelveli district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Sankaran means Lord Shiva and Koil means temple. Since Lord Shiva had abided at this town it is known as Sankarankoil. In the ancient period it was called Sankara Nayanar koil and Sankaran Koil. Sankarankoil is also known as Sangai. It is situated at Tirunelveli District and 56 km away from Thirunelveli City. Sankarankovil is the second largest town in the district. It is very noted for the "Adi Thabasu" festival. In older times, the city was called as Sankaranayinarkoil. Even now it is called as Sankarankovil.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The nearest domestic airport is located in Madurai. It is 120 km away from Sankarankovil.
By Train
There are three daily passenger trains Madurai to Shencottah through Sankarankovil.
Shopping in Sankarankovil 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 Sankarankovil to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Sankarankovil means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Sankarankovil is the most importa
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