After reaching the southernmost point in India, we are gradually going back north following the east coast. Along the way, we stop in some temple towns, and they are really impressive to see. In Madurai, we give an Indian guy some rupees to watch the bike and we are fortunate that the owner of a souvenir shop invites us to his rooftop. As a result, we can look over the wall that is built around the temple, an ideal spot for a bar. The man says he previously had one but people just threw their glasses down, making it too dangerous. After a moment enjoying the view from the roof, we go back to the bike.

Madurai

Then we drive further towards Trichy. The town is full of temples, which simultaneously resemble a triumphal arch where you can drive or walk through. It’s already quite late so we decide to spend the night in Trichy and go to Thanjavur the following day.

Trichy

The temples in Madurai and Trichy are colourful and contain many small details. The temple at Thanjavur is a little different. This one has a terracotta colour but is at least as impressive as the previous temples.

Thanjavur

After this temple town we drive to our next destination, Auroville, which was recommended to us by the Canadian couple.

Along the Way

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