Tirunelveli, fondly called as Nellai in the local language of Tamil is one of the most enchanting districts in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Tirunelveli is regarded as one of the oldest territorial dominions in the state as the region has a rich historical background which goes back to over 2000 years. Tirunelveli is a place that is widely recognized for its historic religious sites that it attracts visitors from all over the globe, regardless of times of year. Lying along the banks of the notable Thamirabarani River, Tirunelveli was once the headquarters of the Pandyas (one among the three illustrious ancient Tamil dynasties, the other two being the Cheras and Cholas).