Travel Guide of Chennai in India by Influencers and Travelers

Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The state's largest city in area and population as well, Chennai is located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, and is the most prominent cultural, economic and educational centre of South India.

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1 - Kapaleeshwarar Temple

   6 km away

Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to lord Shiva located in Mylapore, Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The form of Shiva's consort Parvati worshipped at this temple is called Karpagambal is from Tamil. The temple was built around the 7th century CE and is an example of Dravidian architecture.

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2 - Foreshore Estate

   7 km away

Foreshore Estate is a neighbourhood in Chennai, India. It is situated along the southern stretch of the Marina Beach. It is one of the primary sites in the city for the immersion of the Ganesh idols during the annual Ganesh festival.

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3 - Shore Excursions in Chennai

In this day tour from Chennai, we will visit the twin wonders of Pallava architecture, Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram. We will cover the magnificent temples of Ekambareswar & Kailashnath in Kanchipuram. After that we visit the ancient sea port of Mahabalipuram and visit the legendary rock cut structures lie Arjuna's penance, Five Rathas and the iconic Shore temple which served literally as the beacon for sea farers from the 8th century onwards. This is a fully guided tour with pick up and drop, private car, full time guide, lunch and all entrance charges as well.

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4 - Adyar

   9 km away

Adyar, or Adyar-On-Sea, is a large neighbourhood in south Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is located on the southern banks of the Adyar River.

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5 - Koyambedu

   8 km away

Koyambedu is a neighbourhood in Chennai, India. Situated in the western part of Chennai city, the Koyambedu area has become a major hub of activity in Chennai City after the inauguration of the Koyambedu market in 1996 and the Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus in 2002.

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6 - Archaeology Tours in Chennai

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for group monuments at Mamallapuram Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and location. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps. It can be listened online / offline in any devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.) • Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one you’re most comfortable with (should be selected at the time of booking) • It is one of the best options with lowest price for travelers who prefer flexibility on their tour. • If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries, we will answer in your language instantly.

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7 - Mylapore

Mylapore is a neighborhood in the central part of the city of Chennai, India. It is one of the oldest residential parts of the city. It is also called Thirumayilai. The locality is claimed to be the birthplace of the celebrated Tamil philosopher Valluvar.

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8 - Elliots Beach

   9 km away

Elliot's Beach is located in Besant Nagar, Chennai, India. It forms the end-point of the Marina Beach shore, and is named after Edward Elliot, onetime chief magistrate and superintendent of police, Madras.

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9 - Mountain Bike Tours in Chennai

Gandhi said, "Villages are the heart of our nation"! Village is the best place to learn Indian culture and tradition and biking through villages is the best way to experience rural lifestyle, farms, village temples. This tour will take you to village panchayat schools, little temples, pottery making and agricultural fields to experience authentic Indian village.

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10 - Nandambakkam

   11 km away

Nandambakkam is a Neighbourhood of Chennai and a town in the Alandur taluk of Chennai district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is renowned for the Chennai Trade Centre and the Surgical Instruments Factory. In 2011 Nandambakkam has included in Chennai city by the government of Tamil Nadu.

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11 - St Thomas Mount

   12 km away

St.Thomas Mount-cum-Pallavaram is a cantonment in Chennai in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Located in Chennai, it includes some prominent places like the St.Thomas Mount itself, which is a sacred place of Christians where St.Thomas

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12 - New Perungalathur

   27 km away

Perungalathur is a town in the Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, India. A residential locality in southern part of the metropolitan are of Chennai, the town is served by Perungalathur Railway Station of the Chennai Suburban Railway Network.

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13 - Vandalur Zoo

   30 km away

Arignar Anna Zoological Park, also known as the Vandalur Zoo, is a zoological garden located in Vandalur, is in the southwestern part of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, about 31 kilometres from the Chennai Central and 15 kilometres from Chennai Airport.

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14 - Kovalam

   33 km away

Kovalam is an area of Trivandrum City in Kerala, India, located around 17 km south of the city center. The world famous Kovalam Beach is situated in this area of Trivandrum City.

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15 - Potheri

   38 km away

Potheri is a rapidly-growing village locality in the South suburbs of the Metropolitan city Chennai. It is a town that comes under Maraimalai Nagar municipality of Chengalpattu taluk in the Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu, India.

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16 - Madras Crocodile Bank Trust

   38 km away

The Chennai Snake Park, officially the Chennai Snake Park Trust, is a not-for-profit NGO constituted in 1972 by herpetologist Romulus Whitaker and is India's first reptile park.

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17 - Chengalpattu

   38 km away

Chengalpattu, previously known as Chingleput, is a town and the headquarters of Chengalpattu district of the state Tamil Nadu, India. It was split up from Kanchipuram district. The District has largest towns as Pallavaram and Tambaram.

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The city of Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu and is located on the Bay of Bengal in southeast India. This large metropolis is the fourth most populous city in the country, with a population of about 8 million, making it one of the largest metropolises in the world. Chennai is also considered one of the most eclectic cities in the country, as it manages to combine tradition and modernism. In addition, this coastal city is experiencing an era of economic prosperity, as it combines various forms of development, technology, and an important cultural and artistic tradition. If you travel to Chennai, we suggest you visit its important temples, churches, mosques, parks and monuments; you should also know that Madras was part of British India and the city still preserves many of its fortifications, which testify to the former British colonial presence. You also can't miss Marina Beach, the second longest beach in the world, which amazes those who come to it. Chennai has the largest beach in India and the second largest in the world. A walk along the Bengal Coast is one of the things we recommend you do during your stay in this wonderful city in the south of the country, but be warned, it will take you quite a while to get across! The beach is attractive, with fine sand and flat ground, ideal for sports or just relaxing. Moreover, there is no need to worry about the crowds of tourists, as they are absorbed by the vastness of the beach. Chennai is a city that surprises its visitors with its great cultural diversity, its rich history and its strong urban and industrial development. If you visit Chennai, we recommend that you start your journey in the north of the city, at the port, to discover its majestic imperial buildings, such as the Central Station, the Supreme Court and St George's Fort, the last one built by the British and which is now the seat of the Tamil Nadu State Assembly.

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