Welcome to Explore Chettinad Travel Company

Chettinad, with its rich heritage and architectural splendor, is the largest cluster of Palaces built not by Monarchs but by a business community called as the Nagarathars or Chettiars. The Nagarathars had ventured into many Asian countries and had established huge business empires overseas. The wealth earned by the Nagarathars, were invested in creating Chettinad, which is a non geographical location, but gained importance and significance due to the magnificient palaces and the inclusive growth of agriculture, irrigation, community development, temples, schools, colleges, hospitals etc., that were created by the Nagarathar community.

Chettinad is also known for its cultural significance, temples and the ceremonies. The Chettiars had curated a tasty cuisine with natural hand ground spices, which has become a signature dish worldwide, called as Chettinad cuisine. The Chettinad cuisine is both nutritious and tasty.

Chettinad tape baskets, Chettinad snacks, Chettinad Diamond and Silver jewellery, Chettinad sarees, Athangudi tiles etc., are all signature products of Chettinad, which have gained importance for its uniqueness.

Chettinad region begins from the rivers of Pudukkottai and goes into the District of Sivaganga. There are more than a 100 Ancient temples and places of Archeological importance that range more than 2000 years.

Chettinad is a hidden gem and a treasure to explore. There are many important Dhivya Desam Temples, Forts, Palaces, Museums, Navagraha Temples, Zoos, Farms etc., which are well covered by our custom made itinerary, to gift one the joy of Exploring Chettinad - the hidden gem.....

Navagraha Temples near Chettinad

On this auspicious day of Vasant Panchami, we are glad to share the Navagraha Temples near Chettinad. (Note:- a detailed research on subject has brought about many interesting facts, unearthing the essence from the ancient past, on the spiritual abundance of this Chettinad region). Stay blessed with the grace of the Navagraha Temples near Chettinad. .

Chettinad Shopping

Where to Shop in Chettinad, Where to find antiques in Chettinad, Chettinad Saree shopping, Chettinad saree weavers, Chettinad tiles, Athangudi tiles demonstration, Where to buy Chettinad tiles etc..