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When planets move from one direction to another, certain people's fortunes change. We gain enormous benefits from worshipping the planets. According to Indian Astrology, the planetary positions of nine planets in a geocentric orbit determine how a person will live, progress, and represent his or her life to others before death. Nava is the number nine, and graham is the planet. There are nine temples located in Tamil Nadu representing each planet in the Navagraha and our DIVINE NINE PLANET TRAIL covers all of them. Navgrah are:
Suryan, Sunday Sun
Chandran Monday Moon
Angarakan Tuesday Mars
Budhan Wednesday Mercury
Guru Thursday Jupiter
Sukran Friday Venus
Saneeswaran Saturday Saturn
Raghu, Ascending node of moon
Kethu Descending node of moon
Upon arrival at Chennai airport, pick up from airport and drive to Tirupati, En-route; you will visit the famous Srikalahasti Temple, located in Srikalahasti, which is a holy town on the banks of River Swarnamukhi. After the darshan, proceed to Tirupati, arrive and check into the hotel. Rest of the time at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast proceed to Tirumala (Near Tirupati). Take the blessings of Lord Balaji, and after the Darshan; visit other famous temples of Tirumala including Padmavathi Temple and Sri Kalyana Venkateswaraswami temple. We will also visit Kapil Theertham a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Location of this is at the end of the beautiful waterfalls of Tirumala. If time permits visit Srivari Museum and learn about the history and significance of the temple and its rituals. Return to Tirupati for overnight stay.
After breakfast drive to Tiruvannamali. Arrive and check into hotel. P.M. visit Padmavathy and Arunachaleshwar Temple in Tiruvanamali.
After breakfast, Drive to Kumbakonam, from where Navagraha temples tour will start. In essence, the Navagraha Temples are a group of nine temples, seven of which are dedicated to planets, and two of which are dedicated to the Sun God and the Moon God. These Navagraha temples are scattered over a number of nearby villages. Today we will visit Chandran Temple, which is dedicated to Moon God, after this proceed to Alangudi to visit Guru Temple, Sukra temple and Sooriyan temple, in Kanjanoor. Return to hotel for night stay in Kumbakkonam.
After breakfast proceed to Thirunagesharam, which will be our first stop on second day of Navagraha temples tour. The temple in Thirunagesharam is dedicated to Rahu, after that visit and Saneeshwarar temple at Thirunallar village which is dedicated to Saturn. After this we will visit Kethu temple in Keezhaperumpallam village and return to hotel by evening.
Today we will start early after breakfast to see rest of the Nagagraha temples. We will start with a visit to Vaithiswaran Koil which is a Sevvai Temple, followed by Thiruvenkadu to see Budhan temple. These Navagraha temples all have planetary deities that are revered there. Return to hotel by evening and rest. Overnight at hotel.
Early morning, after breakfast drive to Madurai. Arrive Madurai and check into hotel. Visit St. Mary's Cathedral, a 20th-century Neo-gothic building that is an architectural delight, on the outskirts of the city; you can also explore the Nagamalai, Yanaimalai, and Samanar Malai Mountain Ranges, which are historically and culturally significant. The ranges also provide Magnificent Views of the City. After this visit the Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple, a Rock Cut Temple, believed to be construced by Pandyas in 06th Century, visit Thirumalai Nayak Palace to have a deeper understanding of regional history. It is the royal residence of the Madurai Nayaks, also visit Alagar Kovil and the Gandhi Museum. Our last but the most important visit of the day is Meenakshi Amman Temple, one of India's most revered temples, which is thought to have been constructed in the sixth century B.C. In the evening you may attend Aarati ceremonies (prayers) held at the Meenakshi Temple. Sound and Light Shows are also organized at the premise of the temple complex. Return to hotel for night stay.
After breakfast, proceed to Rameshwaram. Arrive and check into hotel. Relax for a while and proceed for a city tour. The first stop is the Ramanathaswamy Temple Dedicated to Lord Shiva, It is known for its grandiose architecture and is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples. Also visit Ram Jharokha Temple and Agnitheertham. After that, go to Adam's Bridge, also known as Rama Setu, which is a chain of limestone shoals that connects Pamban Island and Mannar Island. Also visit Dhanushkodi, a beautiful ruin on Pamban Island's south-eastern tip.
After breakfast, drive to to Kanyakumari, the Southernmost Tip of Mainland India. Arrive and check into hotel. Later visit the Kanyakumari Beach and the Vivekananda Memorial Rock, The Memorial has been built on a rock formation that grew out of the sea, where Swami Vivekananda did penance. Visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace as well. Also visit Suchithram temple, Kanyakumari temple, Triveni Sangam, Evening Watch the Most Beautiful Attraction - as Sun sets over Kanyakumari. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kovalam via Trinvadrum, Visit Sri Padmanabhapuram Palace, also Visit Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Trivandrum, and the Richest Temple in the World. Also visit Kuthiramaliga Palace, Chitra Art Gallary and Napier Museum. Continue to Kovalam and check into hotel. Rest of the time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to airport in Trivandrum to board flight to onward destination.
Accommodation in well-selected hotels
Daily breakfast
All transfers, sightseeing, and excursions by private vehicle
Temple visits and darshan as per itinerary
Local English-speaking guide where required
Applicable taxes
Airfare or train fare to/from Chennai and Trivandrum
Lunch and dinner
Entry fees, camera charges, and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips to drivers/guides
Any other item not mentioned under “Inclusions”
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