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Tuticorin is a city which is well
known as ‘Thoothukudi’ and is located in the state of Tamil Nadu. The pearls
in this city are very famous which makes it a city of pearls. The name of
Thoothukudi was derived from ‘Thoothu’ and ‘Kudi’ that are Tamil words.
‘Thoothu’ and ‘Kudi’ mean ‘Dig’ and ‘Drink’ respectively. People also know
this city for its ports. You can enjoy your holidays in this city by
visiting various sightseeing locations. Roche Park, Harbor Park and Rajaji
Park are some of the famous parks in the city where you can go for a picnic.
From many years, this city has become the centre for sea trading and pearl
fishing.
Tuticorin City Guide provides you with an opportunity to know more about the
city and its facts. Tuticorin city is the major commercial center which
caters to a lot of people from all around the country. This city was founded
in 1548 by the Portuguese. After the Portuguese, the Dutch had take over the
city in the year 1658 and conceded it to the British in 1825. Tiruchendur
temple is the most popular place in the city which is visited by many
tourists. The other tourist spots are Thoothukudi Tiruchendur, Manapad
Kalugumalai, Ottapidaram Ettayapuram, Panchalankurichi Nava Thiruppathi,
Korkai Athichanallur, Vanchi Maniyachi and many more. The Tuticorin travel
guide offers all the needed information about the city.
You can easily
get regular trains and buses from other major cities of the country to
Thoothukudi.
Railway Junction at Thoothukudi connects other towns and cities by
Train.
Tuticorin Airport
(IATA: TCR) is a domestic airport located 16.9 km
(10.5 mi) from Thoothukudi, serving
the districts of Tuticorin and Tirunelveli in southern Tamil Nadu.
It is located 15.6 km west from the city centre on
Tuticorin-Tirunelveli Highway 7A.
Thoothukudi Quick Facts
State: Tamil Nadu
Languages: Tamil
STD Code : 046
Weather: Summer 30 to 38°C and Winter 20 to 29°C
Best Season: Winter; October to March
Famous For: Beaches
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