10 Places To Visit In Tamil Nadu During Pongal Fun, fervour and festivities of Pongal are in its peak at Coimbatore, making it a great place to visit. Theni is famous for its brilliant and rustic Pongal celebrations. Kanyakumari is full of mountains, valleys, amazing temples and churches. With scenic landscape and a pleasant climate, Kodaikanal is a much-loved hill station. Ooty is the ideal getaway for anyone, with its tea gardens, tranquil waterfalls, winding country lanes, and attractive architecture. Kotagiri is an ideal place for some trekking expeditions leading into the Nilgiris. Coonoor is a delightful location to have a panoramic view of the Nilgiri Hills and Catherine Falls. Madurai celebrates Pongal, with temples performing special rituals and farmers displaying their crops before the Sun God. The soothing greenery, beautiful roads, abundant wildlife, sparkling waterfalls, make Valparai a mesmerizing tourist spot. Visiting the group of temples at Mahabalipuram is one of the best things to do during Pongal.