Here’s a 2-Day Itinerary for visiting Villupuram (Tamil Nadu), followed by a table of key attractions with popularity, estimated time and entry fee.
Day 1 — Heritage & Hill-Temple
- Morning: Arrive in Villupuram, check-in. Then drive to Gingee Fort (also called Senji Fort) for a historic fort experience.
- Mid-day: Have lunch nearby.
- Afternoon: After fort, go to the hill-temple Mailam Murugan Temple (Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple at Mailam) for scenic hill-view and temple visit.
- Evening: Return to base, relax or explore local market.
Day 2 — Nature & Spiritual Highlights
- Morning: Visit National Fossil Wood Park, Thiruvakkarai — fossil tree-logs, geology park.
- Mid-day: Lunch, then head to the temple at Thiruvennainallur (Kripapureeswarar Temple) for a historic Chola-era temple.
- Afternoon: Leisure stroll or optional local attraction (market, lesser-known temple).
- Evening: Prepare for next travel or relax.
Table of Key Places
| Place | Popularity / Notes | Avg Time Spent | Entry Fee* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gingee Fort | Major heritage fort in Villupuram district. | ~2-3 hrs (depending on climb) | ~₹20 for Indian visitors, ~₹250 for foreigners. |
| Mailam Murugan Temple | Scenic hill-temple, pilgrimage site. | ~1-2 hrs | Typically free / donation-based (standard temple) |
| National Fossil Wood Park, Thiruvakkarai | Unique nature + geology park with fossilised wood. | ~1-2 hrs | Usually free or minimal fee (not clearly listed) |
| Kripapureeswarar Temple (Thiruvennainallur) | Historic Chola temple, religious importance. | ~1 hr | Usually free (temple donation style) |
Enjoy your 2-Day Travel Itinerary in Villupuram!