A Historical Study of Karaikudi Chettinad Palaces and Heritage Tourism

Abstract

Chettinad is the fastest growing tourism industry in Tamil Nadu. The people love their normal pleasure to another pleasure beyond the sole purpose of leisure and pleasure. The lots of tourists spend time past their busy schedules and pleasure. Heritage tourism is the most important thing in industries and for the furniture development. Karaikudi is the main heritage complex. Karakudi is “Pride of Chettinad”. Home land of Chettinad is Nattukottai Chettiars. The traditional city is home to heritage and culture. The famous in Karaikudi Chettinad Palaces. The different style of architectural Chettinad is Architecture reflects traditional. Wood work and stone work was inspired by the houses. The egg white is mixed while constructing palaces with bricks. The materials and furniture are getting from East Asian countries and Europe. The pillars are made up of Burma teak.