Pudukkottai is a city located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It serves as the administrative headquarters for the Pudukkottai district and is situated on the banks of the Vellar River.
The city is recognized as one of the oldest heritage cities in the region. Historically, it has been ruled by various dynasties, including the Mutharaiyar, Cholas, Early Pandyas, and Thondaimans.
Geographically, Pudukkottai is positioned approximately 372 kilometres southwest of Chennai, 50 kilometres southeast of Tiruchirappalli, and 108 kilometres northeast of Madurai.