Tirunelveli is the southern district of Tamil Nadu. Tirunelveli district is the headquarters. One can find the five geographical traditions such as kurinji, mullai, marudham, neithal and palai here as mentioned in Tamil Literature. The district was formed withTirunelveli, Thoothukudi and parts of Virudhunagar and Ramanathapuram districts in 1790 by East India Company. Tirunelveli is the second largest district in Tamil Nadu. It is also called as Nellaiand famed as sixth biggest city of Tamil Nadu. It is around 700 km from Chennai. The ancient city is well known for temples. The popular one is Nellaiyappar Shiva temple, the largest shrine which is located on the western banks of perennial Thamirabarani River. Palayamkottai is its twin municipal city.

Tirunelveli History

Tirunelveli headquarters was first located in Palayamkottai where military headquarter was also located. During Pandiya Empire, the region was served as Southern capital. During Britis period, both Palayamkottai and Tirunelveli had grown as twin cities. In 20th century, Tirunelveli was bifurcated as Ramanathapuram and Virudhunagar districts and further divided into Chidambaranar and Nellai-Kattabomman districts for administration purpose.

Tirunelveli Climate

Tirunelveli climate is generally hot and humid. In summer the temperature is from 23 to 36 Celsius and in winter18 to 30 C.The annual rainfall is 680 mm approximately. The economy of this district is majorly based on agriculture. The livelihood of this district is immediately affected by monsoon fluctuations and flood.

Tirunelveli Culture

Popular attraction is the Government Exhibition. Annual circus is also another prominent feature. There are many sports events taking place here and entertain thousands of people in and around Tirunelveli.

Tirunelveli Tourism

Tourist places in Tirunelveli
Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve Wild Life sancturies 
Birds Sanctuary at Koonthankulam
Courtallam
Krishnapuram sculptures
Pulithevan Palace
Swamy Nellaiappar Temple & Kanthimathi Ambal Temple
Sankaranainarkoil 
Sankaranainarkoil & Adi Thapasu Festivel
Manjolai - Hill Station
Kappal Matha Church, Uvari   
Pottalpudur Dargha
Thiruvalluvar Two Tier Bridge
Holy Trinity Cathedral (Oosi Gopuram)