Tirunelveli is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the headquarters of the Tirunelveli district. It is the sixth largest city in Tamil Nadu. Tirunelveli is located on the west bank of the Thamirabarani River. The city is home to a number of historical monuments, including the Nellaiappar Temple, the Palamathi Amman Temple, and the Tirunelveli Sivan Temple.