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Chennai Travel

Chennai, earlier known as Madras, is regarded as the Gateway to Southern India. Also the capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is one of the most fascinating and culturally rich cities of India. The city of Chennai represents a unique and diverse culture, which is an interesting amalgam of traditional charm and the modernity. One of the few metropolitans of India, Chennai is also one of the most important business and commercial centers of India with an international airport and a seaport. The city is also counted amongst the few most modern and technologically advanced cities of India.

Chennai is famous for its amazing historical monuments, temples, museums, churches & other colonial structures and the last but not least for its colorful and vibrant culture and hospitality. The liveliness and warmth of Chennai and its people can best be seen in her various fairs and festivals and colorful cultural performances including the traditional dances and music, which form the part and parcel of daily life of the vibrant people of Chennai. The world-famous Indian classical dance form of Bharata Natyam has its origin in Tamil Nadu. Besides, Chennai is also referred as the home of the ancient Dravidian civilization, one of the oldest articulate cultures in the world. Travel to Chennai to discover the cultural richness of this fascinating city of India on your Chennai Travel with ChariotindiaTravel.

Tourist Attractions in Chennai

Mariana Beach: The scenic and beautiful Mariana Beach is perhaps the second longest city beach in the world. A favorite pastime destination in Chennai, the beautiful and exotic Mariana Beach attracts hundreds of people who come to enjoy the waves or simply for a relaxing stroll. Also visit the famous Anna Park and MGR Samadhi, located close to the beach.

Kapaleeshvara Temple: Representing one of the finest examples of classical Dravidian architectural style, the beautiful Kapaleeshvara Temple in Chennai is perhaps the oldest temple of south India. The Kapaleeshvara Temple is famous for its impressive gopurams, mandapams and a tank typical of the temple structures of Tamil Nadu. The temple also displays beautifully inscribed scriptures of the past.

Fort St. George: The first major structure built by the British in Chennai, the Fort St. George now houses the Secretariat and the Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu. The beautiful Fort Museum situated close to it exhibits an interesting collection of colonial memorabilia.

MGR Film City: Known as the Bollywood of the south India, the MGR Film City is situated on the outskirts of Buckingham Canal. The beautifully planned film city is a special delight for tourists visiting Chennai.

Other major tourist attractions in Chennai include the Santhome Cathedral, Parthsarthy Temple, Guindy National Park & Snake Park, National Art Gallery, Theosophical Society, War Memorial, St. Mary's Church, the New Light House, and Elliot's Beach to name few.

How to Reach

By Air: Chennai has an international airport (17 km form the city). It has both domestic and international terminals and all the major domestic and international airlines operate their flights between Chennai and other major cities of India and the world.

By Rail: Chennai has 2 railway stations- Central and Egmore. The city is well connected by rail to all the major cities and towns of India.

By Road: Chennai has a very good network of roads. The national highways of 4, 5 and 45 pass through the city connecting it to other major cities of India.