Perched on the banks of the Vaigai River, the ancient city of Madurai is revered for its warrior Goddess Meenakshi. Her magnificent temple is the centrepiece around which the lives of locals have been revolving since the 2nd-century BC. Trade links across geographies like Sri Lanka, Singapore and Malaysia, intermingling with Romans, Greeks and Arabs have created a culture cauldron in Madurai over several centuries. Discover Madurai's heritage that is the result of these myriad influences.