Tiruchirappalli – The Blend of Tradition and Modernity

Tiruchirappalli, also known as ‘Tiruchi’ or ‘Trichy’ is the 4^th largest city of Tamil Nadu. The city is (more or less) the geographic center of the state. It is situated on the banks of River Kaveri. Tiruchirappalli is famous for its wonderful architectural and rich cultural heritage. The city represents a fine combination of modernity and tradition.

Trichy, with over 2000 years of history, was the capital of Cholas. Kallanai, the oldest artificial dam built by Karaikala Chola across Kaveri River. It was an important town during the reign of later Cholas and Nayaks. The conquest of Tiruchirappalli marked a major step in the British conquest of India.

The geographic coordinates of Tiruchirappalli is 10.7905° north latitude and 78.7047° east longitude. The region is almost flat with the average elevation of 85 meters. The city has an area of 167.2 km².

Tiruchirappalli has tropical savanna climate. The annual mean temperature is 28.9^o C. Average annual precipitation is 841.9 mm. May is the hottest whereas January is the coolest month. Rainfall is heaviest in October and November month.

Other than agribusiness and tourism, one of the important factors contributing to Trichy’s economic growth is the massive industrial sector. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in Tamil Nadu, referable to the presence of various industries. Companies like Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited - Heavy Alloy Penetrator Project (HAPP) and the Ordnance Factory Tiruchirappalli (OFT) are situated in the city.  

Some famous tourist places in the city are Shri Rangnathswamy Temple, Rock Fort Temple, Jambukeshwar Temple, Shri Ayappan Temple, Brahmapurishwar Temple, St. Lourdes Church, Vekkali Amman Temple, Mariamman Temple, Kallanai Dam, Chettinad, Railway Heritage Center, Mukkombu, Puliyancholai Waterfalls etc.

Local areas in the city are Puthur, Salai Road, Palur, Valayur, Suriyur, Gundur, Kattur, Manukandam, Mekuddi, and Konalai.

Trichy international airport serves Tiruchirappalli metropolis in the state that connects the city to major destinations in India. Tiruchirappalli junction is the main railway station. Central bus station is the main bus terminus in the city. It is located in the cantonment.

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