Thiruvalluvar Statue- Kanyakumari

Majestic 133 feet tall Thiruvalluvar Statue is located in Kanyakumari, the southern tip of the mainland India at the confluence of the three seas befitting the stature of this Saint-poet. The statue that was dedicated at the dawn of the new millennium, stands out as a beacon of light to guide human life for ever.

Thiruvalluvar is the author of Thirukkural,a precious gem among the Tamil literature, unique in the deliverance of code of conduct to the mankind to follow for all time to come. It enshrines in it 1330 couplets under 133 chapters, each chapter comprising 10 verses. The chapters again fall under three major divisions. Virtue, Wealth and Love. This treatise encompasses the whole gamut of human life and by Thiruvalluvar, its illustrious author illuminates every bit of it! This classical work written in Tamil, has been translated in over 60 languages of the world.

Measures adopted for the statue of Thiruvalluvar :
The statue with 95' and the pedestial supporting it with 38ft, the structure is thus a standing mammoth commanding a total height of 133 feet. An artistic peripheral wall around the statue, thereby forms a captivating mandap.

The measures what they stands for? :
The pedestal represents the 38 chapters on 'Virtue' and the 95' statue standing on the pedestal represents 'Wealth' and 'Pleasure' signifying that Wealth and Love be earned and enjoyed on the foundation of Virtue solid.



The rocks for the sculpture came from :
Sirudhamoor, Pattumalaikuppam Hills and Ambhasamudram Hills.

A Pyramid-Shaped Nataraja Temple

Man fears time, yet time fears the pyramids,' so goes an ancient Arabic proverb. A new pyramid shaped Nataraja temple has been built in Pudukuppam . Pudukuppam is located a short distance ahead of Pondicherry in the East Coast road, Tamil Nadu. The Pudhukuppam temple is situated on the beach. The sound of the waves and cool breeze add to the ambience.

Unlike other temples, this one does not have a kalasam on the top and figures on the gopurams. Inside the pyramid, the idols of Lord Nataraja and his consort Goddess Sivakami, a Lingam, Lord Ganesha and Lord Muruga have been installed. But like in other temples, there are three paths for pradakshina.

This temple is built in such a way that the pyramid has been oriented exactly towards the magnetic North, to generate maximum energy.

Indian Luxury Tourist Trains

Train is one of the most important means of transportation in India. India has the second largest rail network in the world. There are more than 60,000 rail tracks with about 7000 railway stations to cover almost all destinations. Rail journey is the best way to know the geography, history, culture and life of India by visiting different places.

Indian Railways offers several luxury train services that cover some selective destinations and offers royal services for a luxurious journey. A train travel in the sub continent in itself is a great attraction and some people really crave for an occasion. Amidst hill stations and wood lands, cutting through the space on its own pace, whistling as its passes along various destinations. Would you like to have that experience? There are some very interesting trains available in India. Trains like

• Palace on Wheels

It is one of the most popular luxury trains in India. It is like a five star hotel that provides all the facilities for a comfortable journey. Its fully air-conditioned cabins have dining halls, well stocked bars and a several other facilities. The Palace on Wheels train tour is a 7night/8days tour that takes one to the Land of Maharaja, Rajasthan and covers eight beautiful destinations including Agra, Delhi & Ahmedabad.

• Fairy Queen

A train journey on the exotic Fairy Queen provides a glimpse of the rich Indian history and culture by taking you to two of most beautiful states, Gujarat and Rajasthan. It offers excellent services and facilities such as air-conditioned coaches, restaurant, bar and personal attendant for a comfortable and memorable journey.

• Royal Orient

The luxury train Royal Orient has 13 luxury coaches. Each coach is equipped with all the contemporary amenities with multi-cuisine restaurants, well-stocked bar and library. A week long journey on the Royal Orient covers 10 most fascinating tourist spots of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

• Deccan Odyssey

The luxury Deccan Odyssey is one of the finest train to discover the Land of Marathas, Maharastra. It provides facilities like air-conditioned accommodation, multi-cuisine restaurants, bar, conference centre, gymnasium. It covers eight important tourist attractions of Maharastra and Goa.