Tamil Nadu, a state in South India, is famous for its Dravidian-style Hindu temples. Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai has high ‘gopuram’ towers adorned with colourful figures. Ramanathaswamy Temple is a pilgrimage site on Pamban Island. Kanyakumari, India’s southernmost tip, is the location of ritual sunrises. Chennai’s capital is known for its beaches and landmarks, such as the 1644 colonial Fort St. George.
