Thirukandiyur, 10-km away, is noted for the temples of Brahmasirikandeswaran and Harshavimochana Perumal.
Kumbakonam, known for the Sarangapani, kumbeswarar, Nageswara and the Ramaswamy temples, is 36 km away.
Tharangambadi (Tranquebar), (105 km) once a Danish settlement, Traquebar has a quaint charm. There is a little ort on the beach and a couple of old churches.
Swamimalai, located 32 km away, has a fine temple up on a hill, dedicated to Lord Subramanya.
Darasuram (34 KM) has a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which was built by Rajenra Chola. It is also a silk weaving center.
Tirubuvanam (45 km) has a 13th century Chola temple dedicated to Lord shiva.
Thiuvaiyaru (13 km) is the where the famous saint Thyyagaraja lived and attained samadhi. A music festival is held here every January in honor of the saint.Nagore (88 km) is renowned pilgrim center of the muslims that is popular with people of all faiths.
Velankanni (90km) noted for its migratory water birds, particularly flamingoes. Season - November to January.
Vederanyam (104 km) is known for its festivals held on the day of the full moon in July - August and January - February. The place attracts pilgrims during this period from all over Tamil Nadu.
Manora, 65 kms away, is known for its 8 storey victory tower which was built by Raja Serfoji in 1814 AD.
Nagapattinam (83 km) is an important port town.
Tiruvavur (55 km) has the the Thyagarajaswami Temple noted for the biggest temple chariot in Tamil Nadu. It is also the birth palce of the saint Thyagaraja.
Tirunallar (101 km), is noted for its temple dedicated to Lord Saneeswara.
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