If you have a spare day or two and you’re willing to travel 55 miles, check out Madurai. This vibrant destination has lots of things to keep you occupied. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Samanar Hills and Vaigai River alone make the drive out here worthwhile. Don’t forget about Kodaikanal either! Just 60 miles away, Kodaikanal Lake, Kumbakkarai Falls and Bryant Park are essential stops here.