Chennai
About Chennai
Chennai, on the Bay of Bengal in eastern India, is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. The city is home to Fort St. George, built-in 1644 and now a museum showcasing the city’s roots as a British military garrison and East India Company trading outpost, when it was called Madras. Religious sites include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, adorned with carved and painted gods, and St. Mary’s, a 17th-century Anglican church. The Government Museum houses Indian art and archaeological objects, notably bronze sculptures from the medieval Chola dynasty. Wildlife and plants can be seen at Guindy National Park, Arignar Anna Zoological Park, and the Theosophical Society’s gardens. Food stalls line Marina Beach, a popular spot for walking and flying kites. The Kalakshetra Foundation – comprising an art museum and several theaters is one of many venues presenting Tamil performing arts throughout the year.
Marina Beach
Marina Beach is a natural urban beach in the city of Chennai, India, along the Bay of Bengal. The beach runs from near Fort St. George in the north to Foreshore Estate in the south.
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a temple of 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.
Arignar Anna Zoological Park
Arignar Anna Zoological Park, also known as the Vandalur Zoo, is a zoological garden located in Vandalur, a suburb in the southwestern part of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, about 31 kilometres from the city centre and 15 kilometres from Chennai Airport.
Dakshina Chitra
Dakshina Chitra is a living-history museum in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, dedicated to South Indian heritage and culture. It is located 25 kilometers to the south of Chennai.
Valluvar Kottam
Valluvar Kottam is a popular monument in Chennai, dedicated to the classical Tamil poet, philosopher, and saint, Thiruvalluvar. It is located at the intersection of the Kodambakkam High road and the Village road.
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple is a Hindu temple located in the neighborhood of Mylapore in Chennai, India. It is dedicated to the Indian saint Sai Baba of Shirdi.
Vivekanandar Illam
Vivekanandar Illam or Vivekananda House, earlier known as Ice House or Castle Kernan at Chennai, India is an important place for the Ramakrishna Movement in South India.
Krishna's Butterball
Krishna's Butterball is a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline in the historical town of Mahabalipuram in Tamil Nadu, India. The boulder is approximately 6 meters high and 5 meters wide and weighs around 250 tons.
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple is an 8th-century Hindu Vaishnavite temple dedicated to the god Krishna, located at Triplicane, Chennai.
Fort St George
Fort St George is the first British fortress built in India, established in 1644, with a museum and 17th-century church.
Best Time To Visit Chennai
The best time to visit Chennai is from October to February. The weather remains pleasant during this time and it is the best time to travel around the place and step out for sightseeing. Chennai experiences very hot and humid weather during the summer season. The days are too hot and the heat is almost unbearable. A gentle breeze flows in the evening. Tourists can enjoy sightseeing at Marina Beach and Besant Nagar Beach. Also, you can shop at the Chennai Malls such as The City Center, Gold Mall, and Spencer Plaza. Chennai welcomes the monsoon season in June and it lasts till August. The place receives heavy rainfall during the season. The rains bring in some relief after the hot summers. Enjoy the season with sightseeing at attractions such as San Thome Church, Dakshinachitra, Birla Planetarium, Jagannath Temple, and Kalikambal Temple.
The winter season begins with the coming of November and it ends with February. The temperature during this time ranges between 19°C and 27°C. The weather remains warm and pleasant during this season which is perfect for sightseeing. Seek blessings at Devi Karumariamman Temple, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Parthasarathy Temple, and Mangadu Kamakshi Temple. You can also enjoy fun activities at the Kishkinta Theme Park.
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