Megnanapuram

Megnanapuram is a village in the Thootukudi district, Tamil Nadu. It was formerly known as Neduvilai, which was changed by Rev C.T.E Rhenius in 1830. St. Paul Church, one of the stateliest churches in India makes this place significant.

Places to Stay

There are good budget hotels around Megnanapuram which provide good accommodation. Some of them are Hotel Chitra Park, Tiruchendur (Tariff – Rs. 1500), Mani Iyer Hotel, Tiruchendur (Tariff – Rs. 800), Chendur Residency (Tariff – Rs. 2000) and Hotel Udayam International (Tariff – Rs. 2000).

Language

The official language of Megnanapuram is Tamil. People of Megnanapuram speak Tamil with a distinct southern accent. Another language spoken here is Malayalam.

Events

Megnanapuram’s Asana Pandigai is a famous festival. It is celebrated on the last Thursday of January every year. People here celebrate this festival in a grand manner in honouring the memory of Saint Paul.

Places of Interest

St. Paul’s Church is an attraction that is revered by religious visitors. The church features a steeple that is 192 feet high that will sure be an interest to people who love colonial architecture. The famous Port of Tuticorin (40 km away) is another must-visit attraction around Megnanapuram.

How to Get There

Air:

The closest Airport is in the district headquarters, Tuticorin, which is 40 km away from Megnanapuram.

Rail:

The nearest railhead is the Nazareth Railway Station, which is 12 km away from Megnanapuram. It is well connected to Tuticorin and Tirunelveli.

Bus:

Megnanapuram is well connected with other destinations in the district and some major cities in the state. Buses connect Megnanapuram with cities such Tuticorin, Nazareth, Tirunelveli, Kayalpattinam, Mudalur and Udangudi. Most buses that connect Megnanapuram are operated by the state’s transport corporation. Another leading operator providing bus transport services to Megnanapuram is Hasan Travels.