Dindigul, Administrative center in Tamil Nadu, India
Description
Dindigul is an administrative center in Tamil Nadu that sits between two forested hill ranges, surrounded by granite outcrops and farmland. The town spreads across gently rising ground with residential neighborhoods clustered around temples and market areas.
History
A fort from the 17th century dominates the skyline and served as a garrison for successive ruling dynasties. The British later took control and made it a trading hub for agricultural produce.
Culture
Residents prepare a particular biryani that has made the town known across the state and is often served during celebrations. Market traders sell jasmine flowers in large quantities, used both for religious rituals and everyday wear.
Practical
Travelers reach the town by rail connections and the central bus terminal, both offering regular links within the state. Morning hours are usually cooler and more comfortable for walking, as temperatures rise noticeably later in the day.
Did you know?
Craftsmen here produce padlocks protected by a geographical indication, tracing back to a long tradition of metalworking. In some workshops, visitors can watch the production of these locks still made using traditional methods.
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