Small Story 290.

Small Story 290 "A Memorable Week in Tirunelveli: Waterfalls, Temples, and Friendship" Janaki was eagerly waiting for a call from her friend Ramya, who was to confirm her visit to Tirunelveli and its surrounding areas. Ramya, who had come from Sydney to spend her vacation with her parents in Chennai, wanted to visit her dear friend Janaki. Janaki’s son was settled in the U.S., while Ramya lived with her daughter and husband, Aravind, in Sydney. Janaki and her husband Vishnu had settled down in Vanarapet, a peaceful area in Tirunelveli, after his retirement as General Manager of a leading marketing company. While Janaki was lost in thought, her phone rang—it was Ramya confirming their visit the next day. The following afternoon, Ramya and Aravind arrived with a bag full of delicious sweets and dry fruits. After exchanging warm greetings and reminiscing for a while, they took some rest. That evening, they visited the Nellaiappar Temple and had dinner at a local restaurant in town. The next morning, Ramya shared her travel plans for the week. She wanted to visit Tiruchendur, Alwartirunagari, and Srivaikuntam, and stay in Tenkasi for two days to enjoy the refreshing baths in the famous Courtallam waterfalls. Janaki was thrilled to hear the plan and even happier to spend a whole week with her old friend. The week went by joyfully, filled with sightseeing, temple visits, and reliving old memories. On the day of departure, Ramya thanked Janaki for her warm hospitality, especially the delicious lunches and sweets. With a smile, Janaki said, "This time, you spent more days and visited all the places. Our trips to Alwartirunagari, Tenkasi, and Tiruchendur will remain unforgettable." As they were leaving, Aravind whispered, “I never expected the Courtallam waterfalls in Tenkasi to be so mesmerizing. The sea temple of Tiruchendur and the spiritual depth of Alwartirunagari truly moved me. This has been a memorable vacation.” Indeed, every corner of India holds a unique charm, rich with tradition and culture. K.Ragavan 28-6-25