Virudhunagar is a city and the administrative headquarter of the Virudhunagar district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located 506 km (314 mi) southwest of the state capital Chennai and 53 km (33 mi) south of Madurai. Virudhunagar emerged as …

Virudhunagar District is a district (an administrative district) of Tamil Nadu state in south India. Virudhunagar is the district headquarters of Virudhunagar district.

It is bounded on north by Madurai and Sivagangai district, south by Tirunelveli and Tuticorin district, east by Ramanathapuram district, west by Kerala state and northwest by Theni district. The administrative headquarters of Virudhunagar district is located at Virudhunagar town.

Jan 27, 2025 · The Virudhunagar district is bounded on north by Madurai and Sivagangai district, south by Tirunelveli and Tuticorin district, east by Ramanathapuram, west by Kerala state and northwest by Theni district. The administrative headquarters of Virudhunagar district is located at Virudhunagar town.

Virudhunagar (that was Virudhupatti some time ago), is a town and the headquarters of the Virudhunagar district in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Virudhunagar became an important trade centre during the British rule.

With its remarkable attractions, tropical climate, and palatable cuisine, Virudhunagar makes it to the list of must-visit destination in Tamil Nadu for tourists. Located some 57 km southwest of Madurai, Virudhunagar is a small town and also the administrative headquarters of the Virudhunagar District.

The District has one Corporation, five Municipalities, nine Town Panchayats, eleven blocks and 450 Village Panchayats.

There are beautiful falls like Ayyanar Falls, Sastha Falls and mudhaliyar oothu in Virudhunagar which are less crowded. Visit the residence of two legends The Kamarajar house and Thiruchulli – the birth place of Ramana Maharishi where you can know the unique way of their living.

Packed with wonderful tourist spots, Virudhunagar is an ideal combo of scenic charm and religious sites. Add to it, a unique shopping experience, you get a lovely picture of this remarkable place. The best place to start your journey is the magnificent Ayyanar falls at Rajapalayam.

Jan 8, 2017 · Virudhunagar was a part of Madurai region (the region comprising all of Southern Tamilnadu beyond Trichy in modern times) during the 16th century CE. The region became independent from Vijayanagar Empire in 1559 under the Nayaks.