Visalam is a beautiful heritage Chettinad mansion in Karaikkudi.
It has 15 heritage rooms and reflects the grandeur of the Chettiar lifestyle but with modern conveniences including a swimming pool. The rooms are a wonderful mix of Art Deco, South Indian and colonial styles.
There are plenty of excursions around the historic town with its beautiful mansions, colorful temples and artisans’ workshops.
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Visalam, Chettinad
Tour ideas in Chettinad
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Visalam as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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The Bangala
Chettinad
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Chettinad Mansions Tour ![Chettinad Palace, Chettinad]()
Chettinad Mansions Tour
Chettinad Mansions Tour
The Chettinad region is fascinating — legend has it that the Chettiars were pivotal in the Chola Empire, dominating coastal business as gem dealers, salt merchants and chandlers.
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Chettinad and nearby places
- Madurai 49 miles away
- Trichy 44 miles away
- Tanjore 50 miles away
- Tranquebar 95 miles away
- Thekkady & Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary 117 miles away
- Munnar 118 miles away
- Kerala 144 miles away
- Kothamangalam 146 miles away
- Pondicherry 142 miles away
- Palakkad 151 miles away