Vadapalani Temple
Speaking about the temples we would like to give you all the different types of temples situated in and around Chennai. It will help to make your travel list in and around Madras. Also after knowing all the information about the city you can decide the travel list and discuss it with the family members so that the tastes and preferences of the whole family is highlighted. In this section as we are speaking about temples so over here we will be giving you information about a famous temple of Chennai which is known as the Vadapalani temple.
Traveling to the Vadapalani temple is quite easy as it is situated in the Andavar Koil Street in Chennai. You can just hire any local transport like a luxurious cab, or a 'call taxi' or the cheap auto rickshaws. The auto rickshaws are quite troublesome in terms of the negotiation of fares. Even if they are metered it better to settle the fare first and then begin your travel. You can also hire an call taxi or the luxurious cabs and complete your Chennai city tour in a day. For hiring the call taxis you need to call and fix your travel-tour.
The main deity of the Vadapalani temple is Lord Muruga. This ancient temple has its origin some 125 years back and also it has an interesting history behind it. Primarily the Muruga deity resided in a humble thatched roof shed and the god was worshipped in the form of a painted picture. A humble worshipper of Muruga named as Annaswami Tambiran worshipped this painted picture of Muruga with the help of all his limited offerings.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Parthasarathy Temple
Parthasarathy Temple
To add some variety to your temple journey visit the Parthasarathy temple in Chennai. Though the common features of ancient temples are very much prevalent in this ancestral temple but it has some striking features, which makes the temple outstanding among others.
Journey to the Parthasarathy temple in Madras is very easy as it is situated in the heart of the Chennai city. Madras is the earlier name of the present Chennai city. Parthasarathy temple is in the Peter's Road, which is at Triplicane. You can visit this temple either by bus or auto rickshaw or by hired luxurious cabs. If you are going by auto rickshaw be careful about the fares. The standard charge for the auto rickshaws Rs. 8 for every kilometer you travel. Even if it is metered it is better to negotiate the fare first. The same concept applies for the luxurious cabs.
The Parthasarathy temple in Chennai has its origin back in 8th century. It was generally built by the Pallavas and later reformed by the Vijayanagar Kings during 11th century. The literal meaning of 'Parthasarathy' is the charioteer. According to the great Indian epic 'Mahabharata' 'Partha' meant Arjuna while sarathy is meant as charioteer. In the epic it is said during the great battle of Mahabharata Lord Krishna was the charioteer of Arjuna. In the epic Arjuna or partha was a brave warrior and Lord Krishna was a good friend, philosopher and guide to the Partha or Arjuna.
Though the Parthasarathy temple is devoted to the various incarnations of Lord Vishnu the main deity is 'Lord Krishna' one of the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Also the other exquisite feature of this Parthasarathy temple is the colored gopuram. 'Gopuram' is said to the pyramidical shaped temple top which is a stereotyped feature of the South Indian temples.
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Visitingle to temples can serve many purposes. It just depends on your preference. Like if you are curious to know about the ancient culture of Hindus you can visit temples. If you are give some spiritual touch to your tour then you can also visit the temple. Also if you want to understand ancient India with all its political, cultural principles then also you can tour to the temples. So if any of these topics are your interest then in your Chennai temple tour list you can add a visit to the Kapaleeswarar temple in Chennai
The Kapleeswarar temple is situated in Kutchery Road, Mylapore. Mylapore is located in the city of Madras. So you can tour to this temple either by auto rickshaw or 'call taxis' or the deluxe cabs. If you are hiring auto rickshaw, which is the cheapest mode of transport, you need to negotiate the fare carefully. The standard charge for auto rickshaws is Rs.8 for every kilometer you travel. The call taxis charge higher but they are very prompt service and they will pick you up from your doorstep. You can also tour by deluxe cabs. If you prefer you can drive the deluxe cabs yourself.
The Kapleeswarar temple is an emblem of Dravidian style and architecture. The notable feature of this structure is the 37-meter tall gopuram i.e. the pyramidical shaped temple top trying to touch the ultimate cool blue-sky surface which is spread all over the universe. As you enter the temple you can view a sculpture, which has an interesting story behind it. It is believed that a saint known as Gnanasambandar sung and brought a dead girl back to life.
The goddess Parvati is believed to be the wife of Shiva according to the Hindu religious belief. Here in this Kapaleeshwarar temple you can view goddess Parvati been depicted as peacock and she is worshipping the lingam or the idol of Lord Shiva. You can also see the bronze carvings of the 63-Shaivate saints, which are carried in procession during the Aruvathumoovar festival, which is held in March-April. In the courtyard of the temple there is a holy Punnai tree, which is one of the oldest trees of Chennai city.
Kandaswamy Temple
Kandaswamy Temple
If religious history is your interest then visit the Kandaswamy temple in Chennai. Visiting the Kandaswamy temple will not only give you a clear picture of the ancient religious history but also it will give some details on the political scenario of the ancient times.
The Kandaswamy temple is situated in Cheyyur, and the nearby town to Cheyyur is Madurantakam. Cheyyur is 29 kms away from Madurantakam. Reaching from Chennai previously called, as Madras to Cheyyur is quite interesting for travel-lovers. You can reach Kandaswamy temple in Cheyyur from Chennai either by bus, rail or road. The nearest railway station to Cheyyur is the Chenglepattu. And from there you can take either taxis or any other luxurious vehicle to Cheyyur. Also from Madurantakam, the nearby town towards Cheyyur you will get private cabs and frequent buses.
The origin of the village of Cheyyur where Kandaswamy temple is situated has an ancestral story. The village was built during the reign of Veera Rajendra Chola and Kulothungan-III. With the settlement of the village Cheyyur they built three temples among which the kandaswamy temple is the one. The other two temples are dedicated to Vanmikhanathar i.e. Lord Siva, and the other one to Perumal or (Kariya Manicka Perumal)
The Kandaswamy temple is in between the Shiva and Vishnu temples. Lord Kandaswamy or Shiva is the principal shrine of this temple. There are also the shrines of Lord Someswara, Goddess Meenakshi and Muthukumaraswamy, which is also called as Samharamurthy. There are also many other deities like the Vinayaka, Dakshinamurthy and Chandikeswara. You can also see the deity of Murga who is the other son of Lord Shiva. The Murga deity is been standing on five different positions. These five postures are called by distinct names like - Nrutta Skandar (dancing Muruga), Brahma Sastha (created from Brahma), Balaskandar (child Shanmuga), Sivagurunathar (as teacher to Siva) and Pulinthar (vedan hunter).
This Kandaswamy temple of Chennai is notable for the outsiders to visit because of the different figures standing in distinct postures. This temple has not only the depictions of deities, which is general feature in the temples. You can get the image of Kazhukundran who had made an artful creation of a temple car in 1521 A.D. It is used during the Skanda Sashti festival.
If religious history is your interest then visit the Kandaswamy temple in Chennai. Visiting the Kandaswamy temple will not only give you a clear picture of the ancient religious history but also it will give some details on the political scenario of the ancient times.
The Kandaswamy temple is situated in Cheyyur, and the nearby town to Cheyyur is Madurantakam. Cheyyur is 29 kms away from Madurantakam. Reaching from Chennai previously called, as Madras to Cheyyur is quite interesting for travel-lovers. You can reach Kandaswamy temple in Cheyyur from Chennai either by bus, rail or road. The nearest railway station to Cheyyur is the Chenglepattu. And from there you can take either taxis or any other luxurious vehicle to Cheyyur. Also from Madurantakam, the nearby town towards Cheyyur you will get private cabs and frequent buses.
The origin of the village of Cheyyur where Kandaswamy temple is situated has an ancestral story. The village was built during the reign of Veera Rajendra Chola and Kulothungan-III. With the settlement of the village Cheyyur they built three temples among which the kandaswamy temple is the one. The other two temples are dedicated to Vanmikhanathar i.e. Lord Siva, and the other one to Perumal or (Kariya Manicka Perumal)
The Kandaswamy temple is in between the Shiva and Vishnu temples. Lord Kandaswamy or Shiva is the principal shrine of this temple. There are also the shrines of Lord Someswara, Goddess Meenakshi and Muthukumaraswamy, which is also called as Samharamurthy. There are also many other deities like the Vinayaka, Dakshinamurthy and Chandikeswara. You can also see the deity of Murga who is the other son of Lord Shiva. The Murga deity is been standing on five different positions. These five postures are called by distinct names like - Nrutta Skandar (dancing Muruga), Brahma Sastha (created from Brahma), Balaskandar (child Shanmuga), Sivagurunathar (as teacher to Siva) and Pulinthar (vedan hunter).
This Kandaswamy temple of Chennai is notable for the outsiders to visit because of the different figures standing in distinct postures. This temple has not only the depictions of deities, which is general feature in the temples. You can get the image of Kazhukundran who had made an artful creation of a temple car in 1521 A.D. It is used during the Skanda Sashti festival.
Adeeswar Temple
Adeeswar Temple
Your travel to Chennai should be a blend of all sights. It ranges from ancestral rich history to modern glamorous pubs and shopping malls. Here we are going to give you information on one such sight. Though it is spiritual but it is also necessary as travel tour are meant for relief to the body and soul from all the humdrums of daily life. In this section you will get details of a famous Jain temple in Madras.
Travelling to the Adeeshwar temple in Madras is not a tiring journey as it is only 9 km away from the Chennai city. Don't get confused by the names of Chennai and Madras. Madras is the earlier name of the present Chennai city. You can either travel by bus or auto rickshaw. If you prefer you can choose the deluxe coaches. Though the rates of deluxe coaches are higher you can drive yourself if you choose. While travelling by auto rickshaw be careful about the rates. Fix the rates first before you begin your travel. The standard charge is Rs.8 for every kilometer.
The Adeeswar temple is situated in Polal village, which is in the Grand Trunk Road i.e. the highway road connecting Chennai to its nearby states. The Polal village is been laid down near the Redhill Lake, which flows near the Polal village. It is believed that the temple was constructed in the first century B.C. According to the legends Valluvar who was staying in Mylapore at the early years of the A.D. century is a concentrated devotee of this principal god of Jains situated in the Adeeswar temple.
The principal shrine in this temple is the Rishabhadev, and the first Tirthankar of Jainism. During the earlier years the Polal village was flocked with the followers of Jainism and it was developing immensely. Still now you can see the Vaishnavas at almost every corner of the village.
Your travel to Chennai should be a blend of all sights. It ranges from ancestral rich history to modern glamorous pubs and shopping malls. Here we are going to give you information on one such sight. Though it is spiritual but it is also necessary as travel tour are meant for relief to the body and soul from all the humdrums of daily life. In this section you will get details of a famous Jain temple in Madras.
Travelling to the Adeeshwar temple in Madras is not a tiring journey as it is only 9 km away from the Chennai city. Don't get confused by the names of Chennai and Madras. Madras is the earlier name of the present Chennai city. You can either travel by bus or auto rickshaw. If you prefer you can choose the deluxe coaches. Though the rates of deluxe coaches are higher you can drive yourself if you choose. While travelling by auto rickshaw be careful about the rates. Fix the rates first before you begin your travel. The standard charge is Rs.8 for every kilometer.
The Adeeswar temple is situated in Polal village, which is in the Grand Trunk Road i.e. the highway road connecting Chennai to its nearby states. The Polal village is been laid down near the Redhill Lake, which flows near the Polal village. It is believed that the temple was constructed in the first century B.C. According to the legends Valluvar who was staying in Mylapore at the early years of the A.D. century is a concentrated devotee of this principal god of Jains situated in the Adeeswar temple.
The principal shrine in this temple is the Rishabhadev, and the first Tirthankar of Jainism. During the earlier years the Polal village was flocked with the followers of Jainism and it was developing immensely. Still now you can see the Vaishnavas at almost every corner of the village.
Temples in Chennai
Temples are the places of worship of the Hindus. Since Hindus form a large part of the population of Chennai, it is but natural that of all the religious places of Chennai, temples are largest in number. Many of the temples of Chennai/Madras city are so popular that thousands of devotees throng them to pray and worship everyday. Lets have a quick glance of temples of Chennai city.
Parathasarathy Temple
Time: Morning 6.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m, Evening: 3.00 p.m to 8.00 p.m Triplicane, Chennai
Kapaleeswarar Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Mylapore, Chennai
Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m Vadapalani, Chennai.
Ashtalakshmi Temple
Time: Morning: 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Evening: 4.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m Elliots Beach, Besant Nagar, Chennai.
Mangadu Kamakshiamman Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Mangadu, Chennai
Kaligambal Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Thambu Chetty Street, Chennai-1.
Ayyappan Temple
Raja Annamalaipuram, Chennai-28
Ayyappan Temple
Madhavan Nair Street, Mahalingapuram, Nungambakkam, Chennai-34
Thirumalai Thirupathi Devasthanam Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Venkata Narayana Road, T.Nagar, Chennai-17.
Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Venkatesa Agraharam, Mylapore, Chennai-4.
Mathyakailash Temple
Time: Morning: 5.30 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. Evening: 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai-20.
Marutheeswarar Temple
Time: Morning: 6.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Evening: 3.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai-41.
Thiruneermalai Vishnu Temple
Thiruneermalai, Chennai.
Thirukkalukundram Temple
Thirukkalukundram, Chennai.
Anjaneyaswami Temple
Nanganallur, Chennai-61.
Velankanni Church
Velankanni Church
The picture of a person's mind when he is travelling to a particular place for the first time is quite different from the person who had already toured to the place. It is a general assumption that these both persons have different mental perspective. If you are visiting a place for the second time then the motive is just to relax, have fun and bring about some change from the regular daily routine life. But when you are visiting a place for the first time then you will be always curious to know about the lifestyle, cuture, and sociopolitical life of both the ancient and the present of that particular place.
Velankanni Church is located in Nagapattinam. You can travel to Nagapattinam by train, which you can catch from Tambaram station. It is an overnight journey. You can get into Tambaram station within 45 minutes from the Madras central. You can also travel to Nagapattinam by road hire any deluxe or 'call taxis'. These deluxe taxis offer the facility by which you can drive these cabs yourself. You can also hire the call taxis for which you need to call them up and fix your tour and also the charges of your tour. The standard charge of the private cabs is Rs.4.50 per kilometer or Rs.30 per hour. You can also tour to the Velankanni Church in Madras from Trichy and Thanjavur by rail. The distance of Nagapattinam from Madras or Chennai is about 350 kms. Chennai is the present name of the earlier Madras city.
Velankanni Church in Chennai is also called as the 'Mecca of the Christians'. The principal shrine of this Velankanni church is Mother Mary and she is also prayed and worshipped by the people as the Lady of Health. This church is also known as the 'Sacred Arogya Matha Church'. And though it is known as the 'Mecca of Christians' people of all different castes crowd in the feet of the Virgin Mary to receive her blessings.
Also the sight of Velankanni church is stunning with its sky-reaching towers. There is an interesting tradition, which the believers of the Lady of health follow. The person who is diseased offers his body part in the form of candle to Mother Mary. Like if a person has some problem in heart then he will present heart in the shape of a candle and if a person has some problem in liver then he will present the same form in wax. And when the diseased person is healed they offer the healed body parts made up either of gold or silver. The Velankanni Church in Madras also has a museum where all the offerings of the followers of the lady of health are displayed.
St. Mary's Church Chennai
St. Mary's Church Chennai
To make your Madras trip exciting as well as informative visit this multi-purpose site. An exciting trip without any learning of that place is useless. After some years you are sure to forget it. While a trip full of scholarly learning and enlightenment is too boring. Plan your trip in such a way so that you will get a clear picture of the ancient history, the rich cultural heritage of India as a whole. Also the trip and the sightseeing places should suit your taste and preferences.
Here we will be giving you information about a church, which is situated in the fort St. George. A Trip to the fort St. George place is itself interesting as it has a vast history behind it. Also it can be a favorite hangout for the history-lovers. Trip to the St. Mary's Church in Madras is very easy as it is situated in the city itself. You can hire deluxe coaches, call taxis, which though rates higher, compared to the cheap auto rickshaws are quite comfortable and prompt in service. If you hiring the auto rickshaws be careful about the fares even if they are metered.
The St. Mary's Church has its own importance. It is also called as the Westminster Abbey of the East. It is one of the ancient buildings of Chennai and also it is the first Anglican Church in Asia. The church has been named as St. Mary because its origin was laid down on the Annunciation day of the Virgin Mary. It is believed that in this divine day the heavenly declaration of Jesus birth has been announced to Mother Mary.
The church was originally built by William Dixon and designed by Edward Fowle. It is a bomb-proofed carved structure, which has the finishing touch of polished lime. The building of St. Mary's church had some later additions like the Sanctuary, Steeple, Tower and the Vestry. Colonel Gent added the church top in 1795. The interior of the church is embellished with the wooden and glass furnishings. You are sure to be overwhelmed by the intricate painting of the Last Supper, which is drawn by an unknown artist.
Santhome Cathedral Basilica Chennai
Santhome Cathedral Basilica Chennai
Each religion goes to a particular place of worship. For example-: the Hindus visit the temple, the Muslims visit the mosque and the Christians to the church. But usually the non-Hindus or non-Muslims, or even non-Christians will have a peculiar type of curiosity towards the holy place of the other religion, as they don't visit them often. They are not quite acquainted to the atmosphere of that holy place. And if it has some historical facts buried in it then the curiosity doubles up.
Here we are going to speak about such a kind of holy place. The Santhome Cathedral Basilica Church in Chennai is a sacred place especially for the Catholic Christians. Touring to this Madras Santhome Cathedral Basilica church is pretty easy, as you will get auto rickshaws, 'call taxis' and even luxurious cabs. Auto rickshaws are the cheapest ones but bargain carefully before you get into one. The standard charge is Rs.8 for every kilometer. The call taxis are the cabs that you get on your doorstep at any time whenever you call them. They charge higher but they are very active in their service.
The name of Santhome Cathedral Basilica was derived from the name St. Thomas who is an archbishop of the Catholic Christians. St. Thomas who is a hard-core devotee of Jesus Christ was buried in this place and as a tribute to his soul a church has been built up in this southern part of Marina beach.
This church in Madras is been erected in accordance to the Gothic style of architecture. Also you can read the stained glass were the divine moment of St. Thomas's meeting with the resurrected Christ is been depicted. Some remains of the corpse and also a part of the St. Thomas's bone are been preserved in the crypt.
Churches in Chennai
Churches in Chennai
Since the colonial period, Chennai is the home for thousands of Christians. The rich Christian tradition and culture is very well reflected in their places of worship, Churches. Chennai city is proud of its churches and their unique architecture. Here is a short summary of all the prominent churches of Chennai.
St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Church is the first Anglican Church in India. It was built in 1678-79 in Fort St. George. The original rectangular building was about 60 ft. by 90 ft. Its outer walls were 4 ft thick and its roof 2 ft. thick and bomb proof. The treasures of St. Mary's Church are the altarpiece, a large painting of the last supper, a 1660 bible and silver plates.
Santhome Basilica
The Santhome Basilica church is located on the southern end of Marina Beach. A rare church, raised on the tomb of St. Thomas, an apostle of Christ, it has in its possession a small hand bone of Thomas and the head of a lance, which brought him down. Renovated in the early 1970s, this Basilica draws huge crowds. There is a beautiful stained glass window at the basilica, which portrays the story of St. Thomas, and the central hall has 14 wooden plaques depicting scenes from the last days of Christ. In the cathedral is a 3ft. high statue of Virgin Mary, which was brought from Portugal in 1543.
Velankanni Church
This church in Elliot's Beach is in honor of Our Lady of Health, the Madonna of Velankanni. Smaller in scale than the original one at Velankanni (near Nagapattinam) the devoted believe in the miraculous curative powers of the Madonna.
The Armenian Church
The Armenian Church was built in 1772, on the site of the Armenian cemetery, The Armenian Church houses a magnificent belfry - 6 bells, claimed to be the largest bells in Chennai.
C.S.I. Holy Cross Church
The C.S.I. Holy Cross Church is more than 120 years old. It was originally called the Perambur Railway Church, when it was under the railway authorities. The C.S.I. Holy Cross Church earlier had a predominantly Anglo-Indian congregation though now there are also families from other southern states.
St. Thomas Mount
Legend has it that Thomas, an apostle of Christ, preached atop the hill here. He is said to have been killed on this 300 ft. high mount. The paintings of 'The Holy Lady and The Child' and 'Our Lady of Expectations' exhibited in the St. Thomas church are believed to have been done by St. Thomas.
St. Andrews Church
Known as "the Queen of Scottish Churches in the East", the St. Andrews Church has finely etched white Doric columns, black and white tiled marble roof, and a high, sky-blue dome of enviable beauty. On the inner surface of the dome, constellations of stars, as they can be viewed in Scotland, are painted realistically.
St. George's Cathedral
The St. George's Cathedral was built in 1815. It has a towering 45m spire and ionic columns. The highlight of this Cathedral is the graveyard just adjacent to it with its guardrail made up of war emblems - muskets, bayonets etc. of the capture of Srirangapatnam in 1799.
Descanso
Lying amidst the cultural and religious center of Mylapore on St. Mary's Road, this 17th century church is said to have been the place where St. Thomas took rest and also served the people.
Churches in Chennai
Churches in Chennai
Since the colonial period, Chennai is the home for thousands of Christians. The rich Christian tradition and culture is very well reflected in their places of worship, Churches. Chennai city is proud of its churches and their unique architecture. Here is a short summary of all the prominent churches of Chennai.
St. Mary's Church
St. Mary's Church is the first Anglican Church in India. It was built in 1678-79 in Fort St. George. The original rectangular building was about 60 ft. by 90 ft. Its outer walls were 4 ft thick and its roof 2 ft. thick and bomb proof. The treasures of St. Mary's Church are the altarpiece, a large painting of the last supper, a 1660 bible and silver plates.
Santhome Basilica
The Santhome Basilica church is located on the southern end of Marina Beach. A rare church, raised on the tomb of St. Thomas, an apostle of Christ, it has in its possession a small hand bone of Thomas and the head of a lance, which brought him down. Renovated in the early 1970s, this Basilica draws huge crowds. There is a beautiful stained glass window at the basilica, which portrays the story of St. Thomas, and the central hall has 14 wooden plaques depicting scenes from the last days of Christ. In the cathedral is a 3ft. high statue of Virgin Mary, which was brought from Portugal in 1543.
Velankanni Church
This church in Elliot's Beach is in honor of Our Lady of Health, the Madonna of Velankanni. Smaller in scale than the original one at Velankanni (near Nagapattinam) the devoted believe in the miraculous curative powers of the Madonna.
The Armenian Church
The Armenian Church was built in 1772, on the site of the Armenian cemetery, The Armenian Church houses a magnificent belfry - 6 bells, claimed to be the largest bells in Chennai.
C.S.I. Holy Cross Church
The C.S.I. Holy Cross Church is more than 120 years old. It was originally called the Perambur Railway Church, when it was under the railway authorities. The C.S.I. Holy Cross Church earlier had a predominantly Anglo-Indian congregation though now there are also families from other southern states.
St. Thomas Mount
Legend has it that Thomas, an apostle of Christ, preached atop the hill here. He is said to have been killed on this 300 ft. high mount. The paintings of 'The Holy Lady and The Child' and 'Our Lady of Expectations' exhibited in the St. Thomas church are believed to have been done by St. Thomas.
St. Andrews Church
Known as "the Queen of Scottish Churches in the East", the St. Andrews Church has finely etched white Doric columns, black and white tiled marble roof, and a high, sky-blue dome of enviable beauty. On the inner surface of the dome, constellations of stars, as they can be viewed in Scotland, are painted realistically.
St. George's Cathedral
The St. George's Cathedral was built in 1815. It has a towering 45m spire and ionic columns. The highlight of this Cathedral is the graveyard just adjacent to it with its guardrail made up of war emblems - muskets, bayonets etc. of the capture of Srirangapatnam in 1799.
Descanso
Lying amidst the cultural and religious center of Mylapore on St. Mary's Road, this 17th century church is said to have been the place where St. Thomas took rest and also served the people.
Places of Worship in Chennai
Places of Worship in Chennai
People of all religions co-exist in Chennai city. Over a period of time, all religious communities have developed and built their places of worship in different parts of Chennai/Madras. Major religious places of worship at Chennai are temples, churches, Mosques and Dargahs. Lets have a quick look at different religious places of Chennai.
Temples in Chennai
Temples are the places of worship of the Hindus. Since Hindus form a large part of the population of Chennai, it is but natural that of all the religious places of Chennai, temples are largest in number. Many of the temples of Chennai/Madras city are so popular that thousands of devotees throng them to pray and worship everyday. Lets have a quick glance of temples of Chennai city.
Churches in Chennai
In Chennai city, there are many beautiful and magnificent churches, built over a period of time. Some of the important churches of Chennai/Madras are Anderson Church, Andrew's Kink, Christ Church, Chinnamalai Church, Santhome Cathedral Basilica and St. George's Cathedral.
Mosques
Mosques are the places for the worship of the Muslims. The Chennai/Madras city is inhabited by quite a number of Muslims and over a period of time many Mosques developed in the Chennai city. There are many important Mosques in Chennai city. Makka Masjid is one of he important mosques in Chennai city. It can accommodate hundreds of worshippers at a time. Masjid Mamoor is another important mosque, sacred to Muslims of Mannady area in Chennai. It was first built in 18th century. The Grand Mosque, in Red Stone, was built by Nawab Wallajah and is an important Mosque of Chennai. Thousand Lights Mosque is situated in the heart of Chennai city. This is a beautiful cream-colored, multi-domed mosque with walls bearing recently- painted sayings from the Holy Koran.
Dargahs
Dargah is a Muslim shrine, the grave of a Muslim ascetic, where devotees burn incense and pray. Many of these Dargahs in Chennai are venerated and visited by people of different faiths. Some of the famous Dargahs of Chennai/Madras city are Anna Salai Dargah, Hazrat Baba Dargah, Mohammad Ismail Sahib, Qadri Baba Dargah and Thameem Ansari baba Dargah.
Chennai People
Chennai People
Chennai is a metropolitan city in the southern region of India. Due to the fast paced development taking place in the urban area, it has become the hub of all the major activities. This has attracted a huge influx of the people to Chennai for various purposes, such as employment, business, education etc. This has given the city its cosmopolitan character, with people from different caste, community, religion and regions residing in its heart. However, the natives of Tamil Nadu are very particular about their value system and their beliefs.
People of Madras are world-famous for their hospitality and warmth. They strongly adhere to their age-old custom and traditions. Usually the day of a Tamil household begins with early rising and performing religious rites. The doorsteps are decorated with kolam, on a daily basis. Kolam are patterns made from rice power or white stone powder, which has both decorative as well as religious significance. People are very religious and visit the temples daily, but a major chunk of the population pays a visit on Friday.
All the religious ceremonies, rites and festivals are celebrated with great pomp and show. People are content, mainly owing to the fulfillment of their relatively simple needs and desires. People are very helpful and cooperative, so if by chance, you find yourself lost in the meandering streets of the city, do not panic, somebody will definitely help you. The residents of Chennai strongly believe in 'love thy neighbor'. They build harmonious relation with everybody in their vicinity and leave no scope for isolation.
Apart from this, there are a number of other people from different cultures residing in the city. This has made Chennai an absolute blend of varied cultures and lifestyles. There is a considerable population of Sindhis, Gujaratis, Malayalees, Muslims, and Kannadigas in the city, who live in perfect harmony with each other and present an excellent example of unity in diversity. Thus, Chennai is a paradise for all those who want to experience the true spirit of the country we call India.
Chennai Languages
Chennai Languages
Chennai is one of the fourth metropolitan cities of India and is also the capital of Tamil Nadu. This has brought many people to the city, from the all the corners of the nation. This influx can be attributed to the cosmopolitan character of the city which has given rise to a number of different languages being spoken. However, English is most widely spoken and is also preferred as the official language in Chennai. But, the major as well as the primary language of Chennai is Tamil.
Tamil is also the mother tongue of the region and is majorly spoken by the native people. Tamil language is an amalgamation of Tamil and English and also contains some words from Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi-Urdu. The people of Chennai are greatly in love with their mother tongue and prefer speaking the same. Tamil has accommodated words, grammar and suffixes from varied languages to invent new words.
However, the most profound influence seems to be that of English, French, Portuguese, Dutch, Telugu, Urdu, and Kannada. Besides, there is a notable Telugu-speaking minority in Chennai. Other languages spoken in the city are Malayalam, and Urdu. Chennai also houses a significant number of Marwari traders, Anglo Indian, Bengali, Punjabi and people from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, who speak the respective languages of their regions.
Chennai Weather
Chennai Weather
Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, is situated in the tropical zone of climate. It is due to this reason that the city experiences a hot and humid weather. The city also experiences all the three major seasons of summers, winters and monsoons. However, there is very slight variation amongst all of them. This is due to its location near equator. As a result, Madras city experiences hot climate throughout the year. During the summer months, which are between March and October, the climate is extremely hot.
April and May are the hottest months of the year, with mercury crossing 40o C mark. The scorching heat of the sun is nearly unbearable restricting you to your houses. With a contrast, the places near the sea coast remain warm and humid. The cool breeze during the night time provides respite to the residents from the high temperature. During the monsoons, which means during the months of June to September, Chennai receives ample rainfall.
Monsoon arrives with the advent of the Northeast Monsoon Winds. The rain showers are a delight, as they wash away the heat of the otherwise hot climate. People are seen rejoicing in the rain, with umbrellas in their hands. Moreover, as the city is located near the sea side; it receives moderate rainfall of about 1,300 mm throughout the year. As a result, it is necessary to keep an umbrella handy, as you never know when you might need it.
The winters are very short lived in Chennai. They occur during the months of November to February. This is the most pleasant time of the year, best suited to visit the city. The average temperature of Madras at this time is around 24o C and never falls below 20o C. Winters also receive moderate rainfall, making the weather pleasurable and comfortable to roam around.
Chennai Shopping
Chennai Shopping
Chennai, being one of the metropolitan cities of India, has a lot to offer to the tourists who come here. It is one of the most important commercial destinations in South India. So, if you are a shopping buff, you don't need to worry. There is a lot in store for you in the lanes of the ethnic city. This can be made out from the glitzy shopping malls in Madras. The new plazas have carved a niche for themselves amongst the shoppers. The old market places have been renovated to attract customers.
The growing competition between the shop keepers and the mall owners has proved to be a boon for the buyers. This has given them more variety and options to choose from. They also have a price range and quality variation to decide from. The crux of the matter is that Chennai is emerging to be a popular shopping destination, nearly a paradise for the shoppers. Amongst the conventional shopping places, there are emporiums, which offer traditional art and craft items picked from all over the state.
You can find items like Pattamara mats, Leaf handicrafts from Tirunellveli, Bronze and Brass castings and traditional jewelry from Kumbakonam, Metal works from Tanjavur and stone carvings from Mamallapuram and Silks from Kanchipuram. Apart from this, there are Government emporiums which offer a wide variety at fixed prices. Moreover, there is SIPA'S Craft link at Kodambakkam, which is a fair price shop, supporting local craftsmen. Besides, items like handicrafts and papier-mâché items can also be bought at reasonable prices.
How to Reach Chennai
How to Reach Chennai
Chennai is one of the four metropolitan cities of India and therefore has a strong transport network. This solves your query of how to reach Chennai. It has a good network of roads and railways, which will take you to the largest city of Tamil Nadu. Moreover, the city is effectively connected with a wide network of airlines. There are both national as well as international flights operating to and from Chennai. Considering all the above options, traveling to or getting to Madras is very easy and comfortable.
By Air
Chennai has an international airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. The airport caters to al the domestic and international passengers coming to the city. There are a number of domestic flights to and from Chennai which connects it to all the major cities within the country. Besides, there are host of international airlines which operate from the international terminal and links it with the important world cities with the city.
By Train
Primarily, Chennai has two railway stations, Chennai Cenral and Egmore Station. Chennai Central is the bigger one of the two and runs on broad gauge, connecting with all the major cities and towns of India such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Cochin, Thiruvananthapuram, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Lucknow, Guwahati . The Egmore Station houses a number of meter gauge and broad gauge trains, which originate from here and ply to different destinations within the state as well as to the neighboring states. Chennai Central links North and West India, while Egmore links South India.
By Road
Chennai is also well connected via road. It is linked with all the important places in Tamil Nadu as well as India with the help of a good network of roads. There are even government bus services which operate within Tamil Nadu and other states. These buses operate from Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminal at Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Koyembedu. It is considered to be the largest bus station in entire Asia.
By Sea
A cruise is one of the most adventurous ways of getting to Madras. A passenger service connects Chennai with Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Chennai Photo Gallery
Chennai Photo Gallery
The inception of photography has changed the way of preserving memories. Photos are the medium through which we can capture real life moments and preserve them for time immemorial, as a never ending memory. You can capture these moments either in black and white or in true life colors. Chennai city is known as the 'Gateway to Southern India' and showcases the life, culture, beauty, customs and traditions of the Southern India. Some of the best example of the rich heritage of the city is displayed by the medium of photo gallery given below. These photos are the reflection of all that the city has in store for you. So, check out the mesmerizing pictures in the picture gallery below and feel the magic it spells on you.
Chennai Cuisine
Chennai Cuisine
Tamil Nadu is known for its hospitality and traditional food. People in the state are of the belief that serving food to others is a service to mankind. This fortifies the fact that your eating experience in the city will definitely be an unforgettable one. Specifically talking about the cuisine of Chennai, the city offers a wide variety in terms of different types of dishes. The delectable South Indian savories are truly a treat for the foodies. There is a plethora of items for both vegetarians as well as non vegetarians.
This can be made out from the number of restaurants and eating places in Madras. The staple diet of the people of Chennai is rice, which is served with other supplementary food items. The regular South Indian meal, which comprises of steamed rice along with a variety of vegetable dishes like sambar, dry curry, rasam and kootu, is served on a banana leaf. At times, it is also accompanied by crisp appalams. This is followed by a round of rice and curd or buttermilk or both. Finally, the meal concludes with a small banana and a few betel leaves and nuts.
For non vegetarians, the platter consists of rice, along with curries or dishes cooked with mutton, chicken or fish. The breakfast and evening snacks mainly include idly (steamed rice cakes), dosai (pancake made from batter of rice) and lentils crisp fried on a pan, vada (deep fried doughnuts made from a batter of lentils), pongal (rice and lentils boiled together, seasoned with ghee, cashew nuts, pepper and cumin seed) and uppuma (cooked semolina seasoned in oil with mustard, pepper, cumin seed and dry lentils.).
All the above dishes are served with coconut chutney, sambar (seasoned lentil broth) and mulaga podi (powdered mix of several dried lentils eaten with oil). Apart from this, coffee is a must for all the South Indians. Nothing can match the rich taste and aroma of a Tamilian Filter coffee. The coffee beans are Arabic in origin, which are roasted and then powdered to achieve the right taste. A bit of chicory is also added to enhance the aroma. It is then put in a filter set, along with hot water, to prepare a dark liquid called decoction. A portion of this is mixed with milk and sugar to get the perfect coffee.
Chennai History
Chennai History
Chennai, formerly called Madras, has been present since times immemorial. Whatever is known about the capital city of Tamil Nadu, presently serves as the history of the modern city. Originally Chennai was a cluster of villages, perched amidst paddy fields, bordered by palm trees. The Pallavas, the Cholas, the Pandyas and the Vijaynagar Empire, all the popular dynasties of South India, have had an influence over the city. The origin of the metropolitan city started in 1639, when Francis Day and Andrew Cogan, two merchants of the East India Company, started a factory-cum-trading post here.
A settlement was built to serve as the control centre and it was completed on 23 Apr' 1640, St George's Day and was named as St George's Fort. The native town, officially called George Town, was established outside the ramparts of the Fort. George Town had several crowded lanes and each lane dealt in special trade, serving the British colonists. The Colonial decree made connections with the villages, together with the settlement at San Thome that was established by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
The 7th century Pallava Port, Kapalesvara Temple and Parthasarathi Temple are standing testimony to the fact that Chennai had been present since ages. In 1746, Chennai, along with Fort St George, came under the sway of the French, who ransacked the town and the nearby villages. The British again got command over Chennai in 1749, attributable to the Treaty of Aix-la-Chappell. They fortified the area so that this time no pirate could conquer it. By the late 18th century, they were able to overpower most of the region around Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka and founded the Madras Presidency.
During the British rule, Chennai went under drastic changes, to become a prominent city, with strong naval base. With the introduction of railways in the late 19th century, Chennai got linked with other important cities like Mumbai and Kolkata. Facilities of trade and communication in the city boosted, connecting it with the hinterland too. Chennai was the only city of India that was attacked during the World War.
When India became independent in 1947, Chennai city was declared as the capital of Madras State, which was later renamed as Tamil Nadu in 1968. In 1997, the Government of Tamil Nadu officially changed the name of Madras to Chennai. However, it is the colonial rule which developed Chennai into a major commercial center. In the present day, George Town houses most of the pioneer business headquarters, while the State Government has its nerve centre in the Fort St George.
Chennai Facts
Chennai Facts
Chennai, formerly known as Madras is the capital of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the largest cities of India and has an astounding area of 70 sq km. The city lies on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal and is often termed as the 'Gateway to the South India'. Chennai was founded by the British and later developed into an urban center and naval base. Today, it has become the administrative headquarter of the state. The city houses a number of automobile industries and is the second largest exporter of Information technology (IT). Apart from this, Madras is a cultural hub of the state and is known world wide for its rich heritage. Given below are some interesting facts and figures about the city.
Population: 6.4 Million
State: Tamil Nadu
Area: 174 sq. km
Latitudinal parallels: 13 deg North
Longitudinal meridians: 80 deg East
Temperature
Summer: 37ºC (Max) 21.10ºC (Min)
Winter: 32ºC (Max) 19.81ºC (Min)
Rainfall: 1,272 mm
Monsoon: Chennai monsoon period is from October to mid-December.
Season: Tropical throughout the year.
Altitude: 60 m above sea level
Languages Spoken: Tamil, English, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam are widely spoken and understood.
Educational Institutes: Dr.Ambedkar Law University, SRMC Chennai, IIT Madras, LIBA Chennai etc
Main Attractions: Marina Beach, Snake Park, St. George Fort, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, etc
Chennai, formerly known as Madras is the capital of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the largest cities of India and has an astounding area of 70 sq km. The city lies on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal and is often termed as the 'Gateway to the South India'. Chennai was founded by the British and later developed into an urban center and naval base. Today, it has become the administrative headquarter of the state. The city houses a number of automobile industries and is the second largest exporter of Information technology (IT). Apart from this, Madras is a cultural hub of the state and is known world wide for its rich heritage. Given below are some interesting facts and figures about the city.
Population: 6.4 Million
State: Tamil Nadu
Area: 174 sq. km
Latitudinal parallels: 13 deg North
Longitudinal meridians: 80 deg East
Temperature
Summer: 37ºC (Max) 21.10ºC (Min)
Winter: 32ºC (Max) 19.81ºC (Min)
Rainfall: 1,272 mm
Monsoon: Chennai monsoon period is from October to mid-December.
Season: Tropical throughout the year.
Altitude: 60 m above sea level
Languages Spoken: Tamil, English, Tamil, Hindi, Urdu, Malayalam are widely spoken and understood.
Educational Institutes: Dr.Ambedkar Law University, SRMC Chennai, IIT Madras, LIBA Chennai etc
Main Attractions: Marina Beach, Snake Park, St. George Fort, Kapaleeshwar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, etc
Chennai Culture
Chennai Culture
Chennai is the known as the doorway to South India. This verifies the rich cultural heritage it boasts of. Having a cosmopolitan attribute, it is the mirror of all the diverse cultures, which are nourishing within its boundaries. But the beauty of it is that all the people reside in complete harmony with each other. During festival time, Chennai is swept by the waves of celebration and joy. People practice all the religious ceremonies and rites with utmost devotion. The glorious pat of the city shines by the means of monuments of the yore located here. Apart from this, Madras also preserves the traditional art forms of the past and still practices them in order to keep the tradition alive. This explains the spirit of Chennai, which by all means is a significant part of the Indian Heritage.
History
Chennai, formerly called Madras, has been present since times immemorial. Whatever is known about the capital city of Tamil Nadu, presently serves as the history of the modern city. Originally Chennai was a cluster of villages, perched amidst paddy fields, bordered by palm trees.
People
Chennai is a metropolitan city in the southern region of India. Due to the fast paced development taking place in the urban area, it has become the hub of all the major activities. This has attracted a huge influx of the people to Chennai for various purposes, such as employment, business, education etc.
Religions
Being a metropolitan city, Chennai houses a number of people from different religion and cultures. There is such a wide variety present here that it can be called one of the best examples of unity in diversity, in India. The most admirable feature of the city of Madras is that all the people live in perfect harmony.
Languages
Chennai is one of the fourth metropolitan cities of India and is also the capital of Tamil Nadu. This has brought many people to the city, from the all the corners of the nation. This influx can be attributed to the cosmopolitan character of the city which has given rise to a number of different languages being spoken.
Cuisine
Tamil Nadu is known for its hospitality and traditional food. People in the state are of the belief that serving food to others is a service to mankind. This fortifies the fact that your eating experience in the city will definitely be an unforgettable one.
Chennai Culture
Chennai Culture
Chennai is the known as the doorway to South India. This verifies the rich cultural heritage it boasts of. Having a cosmopolitan attribute, it is the mirror of all the diverse cultures, which are nourishing within its boundaries. But the beauty of it is that all the people reside in complete harmony with each other. During festival time, Chennai is swept by the waves of celebration and joy. People practice all the religious ceremonies and rites with utmost devotion. The glorious pat of the city shines by the means of monuments of the yore located here. Apart from this, Madras also preserves the traditional art forms of the past and still practices them in order to keep the tradition alive. This explains the spirit of Chennai, which by all means is a significant part of the Indian Heritage.
History
Chennai, formerly called Madras, has been present since times immemorial. Whatever is known about the capital city of Tamil Nadu, presently serves as the history of the modern city. Originally Chennai was a cluster of villages, perched amidst paddy fields, bordered by palm trees.
People
Chennai is a metropolitan city in the southern region of India. Due to the fast paced development taking place in the urban area, it has become the hub of all the major activities. This has attracted a huge influx of the people to Chennai for various purposes, such as employment, business, education etc.
Religions
Being a metropolitan city, Chennai houses a number of people from different religion and cultures. There is such a wide variety present here that it can be called one of the best examples of unity in diversity, in India. The most admirable feature of the city of Madras is that all the people live in perfect harmony.
Languages
Chennai is one of the fourth metropolitan cities of India and is also the capital of Tamil Nadu. This has brought many people to the city, from the all the corners of the nation. This influx can be attributed to the cosmopolitan character of the city which has given rise to a number of different languages being spoken.
Cuisine
Tamil Nadu is known for its hospitality and traditional food. People in the state are of the belief that serving food to others is a service to mankind. This fortifies the fact that your eating experience in the city will definitely be an unforgettable one.
What to Wear in Chennai
What to Wear in Chennai
Chennai city is one of the fast moving cities of India, with increasing developmental pace. In case you are wondering what clothes to wear while visiting this metropolitan city; keep in mind that the people in Chennai are very simple and believe in leading a simple life. They are very traditional and particular about their customs and value system. They strictly adhere to the age-old religious and social practices and obey them with utmost sincerity. It's their cultural legacy and they are extremely proud of it.
This is even quite visible from their conventional style of dressing. As the climate in Madras is usually hot, the best preferable fabric to wear there is cotton. The lighter your clothes are, the better it is. Women are respected and given high regard in South Indian families. As a result, most of the women wear saris, with exquisite designs and flowing fabrics, further enhancing their traditional Indian beauty. Men usually wear a dress called veshti (lungi) and shirt.
However, due to the modernization of Chennai, people are seen wearing fancy and western attires at times. Western wear is not very popular except the urbanized areas. There also it is quite limited. Thus, if you are still wondering how to dress up in the city; just remember that your clothes should be comfortable and light, so that you can beat the heat. Besides, they should be decent and not too revealing.
Chennai Restaurants
Chennai Restaurants
A host of fine restaurants dwell in the capital city of Tamil Nadu. Here, you can pamper you taste buds and relish the taste and aroma of South Indian delicacies. However, apart from South Indian Restaurants, there are many multi cuisine food joints in the city which will serve food according to your taste and preference. These eating places are a good choice, in case you want to feel at home. Whatever might be your decision, do not forget to visit some specific South Indian restaurants which are known for their taste and quality not only down South, but are also admired in other parts of the country. Some of the popular food joint in Madras are given below.
Saravana Bhavan
Saravana Bhavan is one of the finest South Indian restaurants in Chennai, offering the real flavor of Sambaar. The food here is a sheer treat for your senses. To add to the experience, the prices are absolutely wallet friendly, giving you the opportunity to willingly order some of the specials on the menu.
Karaikudi
Karaikudi is another famous restaurant in Chennai and is popular for Chettinadu cuisine. The décor is dedicated to the traditional ethics of the state, with waiters dressed in Panchakacham (Dhoti, tucked in behind, in five folds). The entrance is flanked by two brass pots, as in any Chettinadu bungalow. Therefore, it has become one of the most visited restaurants in the city. It serves both veg. and non-veg. mouth watering dishes.
Komala's
Komala's serves traditional South Indian cuisine, in a fast food joint ambience. However, the décor is pleasant, with melodious tunes of music playing in the background. There is even a play room for kids.
Other Restaurants
Ahaar (T.Nagar)
Amaravathi (Cathedral Road)
Apoorva Sangeetha Fast Food (Nungambakkam High Road)
Archana (T.Nagar)
Atithi (G. N. Chetty Road)
Anna Lakshmi (Anna Salai)
Bayleaf (Alwarpet)
Ben Jorong (TTK Road)
Bike And Barrels (Thyagraja Road)
Caf Mercara (Cathedral Road)
Cafe Mocha (Sundar Mahal Padmavathi Road)
Dahlia (Nungambakkam High Road)
Dhaba Express (Teynampet)
Kabul (Alwarpet)
Qwikys (Nungambakkam )
Tulsi (College Road)
Udipi Sri Durga Bhavan (Mannady Street)
Wangs Kitchen (3rd Avenue)
Regional Passport Office Chennai
Regional Passport Office Chennai
The Regional Passport Office (RPO) was first established in Chennai in the year 1955. During that time, it was located at George Town and was later shifted to Government owned premises of Shastri Bhavan in the year 1966. The Passport Office of Madras was initially taking care of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry and also the neighboring States of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. However, in the year 1976, separate Passport Offices were established for all the three states. Presently, the districts which come under the jurisdiction of Chennai Passport Office are:
Chennai city
Coimbatore
Cuddalore
Dharmapuri
Erode
Kancheepuram
Karaikkal
Krishnagiri
Namakkal
Nilgiris
Pondicherry
Salem
Thiruvallur
Thiruvannamalai
Villupuram
Vellore
The Regional Passport Office has a host of responsibilities to take care of. It primarily issues passports to the Indian citizens residing in its jurisdiction area. In addition, it also offers services like change of address in passport, additional endorsement regarding Emigration Check Not Required (ECNR), Police Clearance Certificate, etc. To obtain a passport, you need to apply to the Passport Office. You can submit the application in a number of ways such as
Direct Submission at counter & through authorized representatives of applicants,
By post,
Through Travel Agents authorized by the Regional Passport Office of Chennai,
Through authorized Speed Post centers in Chennai and Pondicherry,
Through District Passport Cells set up in the District Collectorates, and
Three centers set up in the office of the Deputy Commissioners of Police in Chennai City at Adyar, Anna Nagar and Flower Bazaar
The Regional Passport Office (RPO) was first established in Chennai in the year 1955. During that time, it was located at George Town and was later shifted to Government owned premises of Shastri Bhavan in the year 1966. The Passport Office of Madras was initially taking care of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry and also the neighboring States of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. However, in the year 1976, separate Passport Offices were established for all the three states. Presently, the districts which come under the jurisdiction of Chennai Passport Office are:
Chennai city
Coimbatore
Cuddalore
Dharmapuri
Erode
Kancheepuram
Karaikkal
Krishnagiri
Namakkal
Nilgiris
Pondicherry
Salem
Thiruvallur
Thiruvannamalai
Villupuram
Vellore
The Regional Passport Office has a host of responsibilities to take care of. It primarily issues passports to the Indian citizens residing in its jurisdiction area. In addition, it also offers services like change of address in passport, additional endorsement regarding Emigration Check Not Required (ECNR), Police Clearance Certificate, etc. To obtain a passport, you need to apply to the Passport Office. You can submit the application in a number of ways such as
Direct Submission at counter & through authorized representatives of applicants,
By post,
Through Travel Agents authorized by the Regional Passport Office of Chennai,
Through authorized Speed Post centers in Chennai and Pondicherry,
Through District Passport Cells set up in the District Collectorates, and
Three centers set up in the office of the Deputy Commissioners of Police in Chennai City at Adyar, Anna Nagar and Flower Bazaar
Money Exchange Chennai
Money Exchange Chennai
The currency of India is known as 'Rupee' and it is widely accepted in the Chennai city of Tamil Nadu. One rupee is equal to 100 paise. The currency is available in the form of notes as well as coins. The notes are available in the denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000. It is difficult to find one and two rupee notes in the market, now days. However, the coins are available in the denominations of 1, 2 and 5. It is advisable to use notes for big transactions and keep the change for giving tips, local transport fare and other small expenses.
Besides liquid cash, you can also use other mediums for carrying out your transactions, like credit cards, traveler cheques etc. Though these mediums are convenient, they have their own limitations. They can only be used at established places only. For traveling to small places, cash should be carried. Moreover, for your convenience, there are many banks and other organizations which provide currency exchange facilities. These money exchangers are found in all the parts of the city. The banks and other currency exchangers of Madras, providing the exchange facility, are listed below.
Albaraka Finance Ltd (Wellington Estate)
Dass India Money Changer (P) Ltd (St. George Town)
International Money Exchange Operators (Cathedral Road)
IKP Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Sims Limited (Dr Radhakrishnan Salai)
Thomas Cook Ceebros Centre (Montieth Road)
Travels Masters India (P) Ltd (Alwarpet)
Dass (I) Money Changer (Rajaji Salai)
Elite Forex P Ltd (T H Rd)
For'X change (Sterling Rd)
G A Vasant (Exchange) (Thambu Chty St)
Gajraj Mehta International Pvt Ltd (Egmore High Rd)
Gajraj Metha International P Ltd ( Egmore)
L K P Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Masa Money Changers (Kennet Lane)
Prithvi Exchange (Montieth Rd)
South Asian Financial Exchange (Dr.P V Cherian Crsnt)
T T Forex Ltd (Apex Plaza N H Rd)
VKC Credit & Forex Ser P Ltd (TTK Road)
The currency of India is known as 'Rupee' and it is widely accepted in the Chennai city of Tamil Nadu. One rupee is equal to 100 paise. The currency is available in the form of notes as well as coins. The notes are available in the denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000. It is difficult to find one and two rupee notes in the market, now days. However, the coins are available in the denominations of 1, 2 and 5. It is advisable to use notes for big transactions and keep the change for giving tips, local transport fare and other small expenses.
Besides liquid cash, you can also use other mediums for carrying out your transactions, like credit cards, traveler cheques etc. Though these mediums are convenient, they have their own limitations. They can only be used at established places only. For traveling to small places, cash should be carried. Moreover, for your convenience, there are many banks and other organizations which provide currency exchange facilities. These money exchangers are found in all the parts of the city. The banks and other currency exchangers of Madras, providing the exchange facility, are listed below.
Albaraka Finance Ltd (Wellington Estate)
Dass India Money Changer (P) Ltd (St. George Town)
International Money Exchange Operators (Cathedral Road)
IKP Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Sims Limited (Dr Radhakrishnan Salai)
Thomas Cook Ceebros Centre (Montieth Road)
Travels Masters India (P) Ltd (Alwarpet)
Dass (I) Money Changer (Rajaji Salai)
Elite Forex P Ltd (T H Rd)
For'X change (Sterling Rd)
G A Vasant (Exchange) (Thambu Chty St)
Gajraj Mehta International Pvt Ltd (Egmore High Rd)
Gajraj Metha International P Ltd ( Egmore)
L K P Foreign Exchange (Spencer Plaza)
Masa Money Changers (Kennet Lane)
Prithvi Exchange (Montieth Rd)
South Asian Financial Exchange (Dr.P V Cherian Crsnt)
T T Forex Ltd (Apex Plaza N H Rd)
VKC Credit & Forex Ser P Ltd (TTK Road)
Chennai Map
Chennai Map
Map is a very essential commodity of the tourism kit of any traveler. This is because the map consists of a host of vital information. Just by having a look at it, you will get all the fast facts and instant information you would want to know at that instance. Therefore, if you are on a trip to the Chennai city of India, do not forget to keep a city map along with you. The map contains vital information like names of important roads, names of important landmarks, location of railway station, bus stand, airport, hotels, restaurants etc. All this information will prove to be of great help, while you are planning to tour around the city of Madras. You can find a map at places like book stores, tourist offices and travel agents.
Chennai Location
Chennai Location
Chennai is known as the 'Gateway to South India'. It is located on the south east coast of India, in the northeastern corner of Tamil Nadu. The flat plains on which it is located are known as the Eastern Coastal Plains. The latitude and longitude of the city is 13.04° N 80.17° E, respectively. Madras has five administrative divisions, namely, the Egmore-Nungambakam, Fort Tondiarpet, Mambalam - Guindy, Mylapore-Triplicane, and Perambur - which is further divided into four parts: North, Central, South, and West.
The city is splashed by two rivers. One is the Cooum or Koovam River, which flows through the center. The second is the Adyar River which flows towards south. Apart from this, there is the Buckingham Canal; running parallel to the coast and linking the two rivers. The Otteri Nullah, an east-west stream, flows through north Chennai and meets the Buckingham Canal at Basin Bridge. There are many lakes located on the western fringes of the city. Red Hills, Sholavaram and Chembarambakkam Lakes supply Chennai with drinkable water.
Located on the Bay of Bengal, the city is divided, majorly into four regions. North Chennai is mainly the industrial area. The Central Chennai can be called the commercial hub of the city and houses one of the important business zones, Parry's Corner. South and West Chennai are mostly residential areas. However, with fast developmental activities taking place in the city, a number of information technology firms, financial companies and call centers are opening in the later mentioned areas.
Chennai Local Transport
Chennai Local Transport
Chennai is one of the largest cities in India and therefore requires an effective local transport system to enable people to commute within the city. Although there are various means of public transport available in Madras, motorcycles, mopeds and motor scooters are still very popular. This is because they are affordable, fuel efficient, maneuverable and require lesser parking space. The transportation network of Chennai is user friendly and provides coverage and connectivity. To make things more convenient for the travelers, the city has been undergoing construction of flyovers at important roads and junctions. Read on to know more about modes of local transport in Madras.
Bus
Buses are the primary source of transport in Chennai. The bus service in the city is run by the government-owned Metropolitan Transport Corporation. These buses cover almost the entire city as well as the nearby suburbs. The bus service is usually comfortable, with an exception of being crowded sometimes.
Auto Rickshaws
Auto rickshaws are a comfortable way of traveling within the city. Usually the autos are metered, but it is good to fix the fare before they take you for a ride. Autos are expensive as compared to buses and suitable for covering short distances within the city.
Taxis
Taxis are quite popular amongst the tourists who come to explore the city. These taxis are best preferred when you have to travel a long distance and require a vehicle for a long period of time. Taxis charge according to the distance they will cover and are preferable if you are traveling with a group.
Other Means of transport
Apart from all the above, there are a number of transport options available for the people in Chennai. You can hire Vans, popularly known as Maxi Cabs, which run on different routes in the city. There is a mini private bus service operating in the suburban area of Chennai. Besides, there is Chennai suburban railway network, which has four broad gauge rail sectors, connecting the suburbs with the city.
Chennai Hospitals
Chennai Hospitals
Chennai is the largest city of South India and is the hub of technological and scientific activities. There is a lot of research activity taking place in the various institutions here, intended to provide the best possible facilities to people. As a result, there are a number of good hospitals in Madras to take care of all your medical needs. In case you are in a crisis, there are many hospitals which have their Emergency Wards open, 24 hours a day. There are even a host of government hospitals in the city, which provide good medical assistance at comparatively reasonable cost. Thus, in order to handle any unforeseen mishap, make sure you know about some of the major hospitals in Chennai.
Government Hospitals
Govt. General Hospital
Royapettah Hospital
Govt. Optholmic Hospitals
Govt. Kasthurbai Gandhi Hospital for Women and Children
Arignar Anna Govt. Hospital
Govt. Hospital for Thoracic Medicine
Durgabai Deshmukh Gen. Hospital and Research Centre
Govt. RSRM Hospital
Govt. Thiruvateeswarar TB Hospital
Govt. Hospital for Women and Children
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (Anna Nagar)
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (Tondairpet)
Govt. Peripheral Hospital (K. K. Nagar)
Other Hospitals
Apollo Hospitals
Aysha Hospitals
Balaji Hospitals
Bharath Hospital
B. M. Orthopaedic Hospital
Balakrishna Eye Hospital & Eye Research Centre
Chennai Kaliappa Hospital
Childs Trust Hospital
Communicable Diseases Hospitals
Dr. Mehta's Nursing Home
Dr. Rex's Hospital
Dr. Duraiswamy Eye Hospital
Dr. Rajan Dental Hospital
Devaki Emergency Hotline
First Med Hospital
Kilpauk Medical College Hospital
H. M. Hospital
Harvey Heart Hospital
Hindu Mission Hospital & Blood Bank
Hemophilia Hospital Society Madras Chapter
Chennai Holidays
Chennai Holidays
Chennai is a cosmopolitan city and houses people belonging to different religions, regions, castes, and creed. Therefore, in a way, the city celebrates all the festivals celebrated in India. However, the majority of the population is formed by the Tamil speaking South Indian residents, who celebrate their own set of fairs and festivals. As a result, all the offices and business organizations remain closed on these days and observe holidays. For the convenience of the people, the government declares the list of public holidays in a year, beforehand. This facilitates people to schedule their visits and various activities accordingly. Given below is the list of holidays in Madras.
National Holidays
Republic Day (26 January)
Independence Day (15 August)
Gandhi Jayanthi (2 October)
Public Holidays
New Year's Day
Pongal
Thiruvalluvar Day
Uzhavar Thirunal
Moharram
Telugu New Year's Day
Mahaveer Jayanthi
Meelad-un-Nabi
Good Friday
Tamil New Year's Day
May Day
Sri Krishna Jayanthi
Vinayaka Chathurthi
Ramzan
Ayudha Pooja
Vijaya Dasami
Deepavali
Bakrid
Christmas
Foreign Embassies Chennai
Foreign Embassies Chennai
Chennai is one of the four major metropolitan cities of India. Therefore, a number of foreign embassies and consulates are situated here. These embassies and consulates take care of different issues and have a set of duties to carry out. Some of the major functions of these deputations include issuing Visa, conducting language test and exams, maintaining cordial relations with other countries, promoting co operation between countries, enhancing trade and culture practices, protecting their citizens in other countries, etc. So, just in case you face any problem during your stay in Madras, you can always contact the embassy or consulate of your country for help. Given below is the list of various foreign embassies and consulates in Chennai.
Embassies and Consulates
Belgium (Nungambakkam)
Denmark (Gopalapuram)
Finland (Anna Salai)
Germany (Egmore)
Hungary (Parrys)
Iceland (Nungambakkam)
Indonesia (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Italy (Parrys)
Japan (Teynampet)
Korean (Greams Road)
Malaysia (Teynampet)
Mauritius (Nungambakkam)
Norway (Parrys)
Philippines (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Russia (Mylapore)
Singapore (T.Nagar)
Spain (Santhome)
Srilanka (Teynampet)
Sweden (Gopalapuram)
Switzerland (Alwarpet)
United Kingdom (Anna Salai)
United States Of America (Anna Salai)
Chile (R A Puram)
Czech (T. Nagar)
Greece (Chetpet HO)
Netherlands (Parrys)
Newzealand (Gopalapuram)
Serbio & Mondenegro (Nandanam)
Turkemenistan (T. Nagar)
Turkey (Parrys)
Chennai is one of the four major metropolitan cities of India. Therefore, a number of foreign embassies and consulates are situated here. These embassies and consulates take care of different issues and have a set of duties to carry out. Some of the major functions of these deputations include issuing Visa, conducting language test and exams, maintaining cordial relations with other countries, promoting co operation between countries, enhancing trade and culture practices, protecting their citizens in other countries, etc. So, just in case you face any problem during your stay in Madras, you can always contact the embassy or consulate of your country for help. Given below is the list of various foreign embassies and consulates in Chennai.
Embassies and Consulates
Belgium (Nungambakkam)
Denmark (Gopalapuram)
Finland (Anna Salai)
Germany (Egmore)
Hungary (Parrys)
Iceland (Nungambakkam)
Indonesia (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Italy (Parrys)
Japan (Teynampet)
Korean (Greams Road)
Malaysia (Teynampet)
Mauritius (Nungambakkam)
Norway (Parrys)
Philippines (Guindy Indl.Estate)
Russia (Mylapore)
Singapore (T.Nagar)
Spain (Santhome)
Srilanka (Teynampet)
Sweden (Gopalapuram)
Switzerland (Alwarpet)
United Kingdom (Anna Salai)
United States Of America (Anna Salai)
Chile (R A Puram)
Czech (T. Nagar)
Greece (Chetpet HO)
Netherlands (Parrys)
Newzealand (Gopalapuram)
Serbio & Mondenegro (Nandanam)
Turkemenistan (T. Nagar)
Turkey (Parrys)
Chennai Flights
Chennai Flights
Chennai International Airport is the third largest airport in India and handles a huge passenger crowd every day. The passenger terminal complex mainly houses two terminals. One is the domestic terminal, which is known as the Kamaraj Domestic Terminal. It caters to the traffic from different parts of the country. The international terminal is known as Anna International Terminal and it looks after the traffic from the various parts of the world. There are a number of cheap flights operating from both the terminals. Even for the tourists coming from abroad, there are a number of airlines connecting them to the Madras Airport. Given below is the list of various airlines operating from domestic and international terminals of Chennai International Airport.
Domestic Airlines
Air Deccan
Alliance Air
Go Air
Indian
IndiGo Airlines
Jet Airways
JetLite
Kingfisher Airlines
Paramount Airways
SpiceJet
Jagson Airlines
International Airlines
Air Arabia
Air France
Air India
Air India Express
Air Mauritius
British Airways
Emirates
Gulf Air
Indian
Jet Airways
JetLite
Kuwait Airways
Lufthansa
Malaysia Airlines
Oman Air
Qatar Airways
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Singapore Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
Thai Airways International
Nok Air
Tiger Airways
Cheap Flights
JetLite
SpiceJet
Go Air
IndiGo Airlines
Jagson Airlines
Best Time to Visit Chennai
Best Time to Visit Chennai
Best Time to Visit: November to February
Chennai is situated on the south east coast of India and lies in the tropical zone of climate. As a result, it mostly experiences hot and humid weather. However, it receives ample rainfall and therefore has a pleasant climate throughout the year. The best time to visit Madras city is from November to February i.e. during the winter months. During this time, the weather is very enjoyable for the tourists as well as the residents. It even receives rain during the winters, which is very pleasurable for a trip.
So, it is advised you to carry an umbrella handy. Moreover, the cool breeze from the sea provides respite from the otherwise warm weather. The temperature during the peak season never falls below 20 deg C, so there is not much requirement of heavy woolen clothes. Therefore, the ideal time to visit Madras is during the winter months, giving you ample opportunity to enjoy the place wholly. So, come and explore the city at its best amidst the cool and pleasurable weather of winter season.
Chennai Airport
Chennai Airport
Chennai International Airport is situated at a distance of 7 km towards the south of the city. It is the third largest international and busiest airport in the country, after Delhi and Mumbai. The airport claims the distinction of being one of the first airports in India. The initial terminal was built at Meenambakkam, due to which it was known as the Meenambakkam Airport. The new terminal has been built at Pallavaram, which caters to the passenger traffic.
The old terminal is now used for cargo operations by the Indian company, Blue Dart. The passenger terminal complex at Pallavaram consists of two terminals, one of which is domestic, while the other is international. Both the terminals are connected via a link building, which has administrative offices as well as a restaurant. The domestic terminal is known as Kamaraj Terminal while the international is known as Anna Terminal.
Madras International Airport has flights running to all the major cities of the country. Also, it connects Chennai with the major cities and countries of the world via a strong air network. The airport is looked after by the Airports Authority of India. There are a number of facilities offered by the airports authority for the convenience of the passengers. Almost all these facilities have been mention in the information provided below.
Free Telephone in security hold area
Special Assistance for physically handicapped passengers.
Reserved parking, rest places, PCOs, Toilets, etc
Reserved lounge / Executive lounge
AAI (IAD) assistance counter
Pre-paid taxi & car rental counter at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal and Anna International Terminal
Infant lobby
Free medical facility
Free passengers trolleys
Retiring rooms & dormitory accommodation for transit passengers
Health scan facility at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Auto vending machines for snacks, newspapers, magazines, etc
Restaurant for passengers & visitors
Entertainment televisions
STD/ISD facilities on city side area and terminal
Vending machines for tea / coffee and cold drinks in city side and terminal
Airport declared as "No Smoking Zone"
ICICI/Indian Bank ATM counters at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Foreign exchange counters at departure/arrival/city side
Communication centre for Internet browsing, Email, Video Phone, Conference, etc
Video/Phone/Conference facility
Duty free shop
Gift shop, travelers requisite shop, book stall, etc
AMBU-Lift facility
Tourist Information Counter - Government of India
Railway reservation counter
City coach centre
Chennai Accommodation
Chennai Accommodation
Chennai is a metropolitan city, with hundreds of people seeking shelter within its boundaries everyday. For tourists, there is no dearth of accommodation in the city. There are a host options such as hotels, lodges, guest houses etc, for a comfortable stay in the Madras. The options available to you vary in different aspects, primarily in their affordability. The city houses plush five star hotels as well as regular hotels, for the convenience of the visitors belonging to different economic groups of the society. Thus, you can choose according to your need and pocket. Some of the affluent as well as cheap hotels are listed below.
Luxury Hotels
Le Royal Meridien
It is a five star deluxe hotel which boasts of the largest pillar-less ballroom in Chennai, with a capacity of 1200 people. It also has a Multicuisine Restaurant, an Indian restaurant, a Seafood Restaurant, a Bar and a Night Club, Spirit. Not far away from the airport, it has a large parking area and landscaped gardens.
Radisson GRT Hotel
It is a yet another hotel which completely sweeps off your feet. It has a Garden Café, with a live band playing in the evening, a Golden Kebab Factory, an English Polo Club Ambience in Dinning Room and Round-the-Clock Tea Lounge.
Taj Connemara Hotel
It is the premier five star hotel of Chennai, located at a distance of just 20 minutes from the airport. It is the ideal choice for a business traveler, with a plush décor and colonial architectural style suites. Besides, it has Chettinad Restaurant, 24 hour Coffee Shop, a Classy Bar and a Fitness Center.
Taj Coromandel
This hotel is ideal for business purposes, as it caters to all the conference/banquet needs. It also has the widest culinary range and the finest restaurants.
Welcome Group Chola Sheraton
It is the international standard hotel with a Multi-cuisine Restaurant, Café, Barbeque, Bar, Sports Café and an exclusive Night Club. It also has facilities for Video Conferences and Banquets.
Budget/Cheap Hotels
Hotel Mars
Ahoka
Abu Palace
Ambika Empire
Days Inn Shan
Ganga International
King's Park
Liberty Park
Mgm Grand
Nest international
President
Quality Inn Mgm
Regent
The Residency
Windsor Park
Lodges
Bava Lodge (E. V. R Periyar High Road)
Bethel Lodge ( Wallajah Road)
Bhagyam Lodge ( Sunkurama Chetty St)
Club India Resorts Pvt Ltd (Ceebros Centre)
Dayal De Lodge (Pantheon Road)
Golden Sum Beach Resort (Caravaneeswarar Kest)
Hotel Jayanth Lodge (Thatha Muthiappan Street)
Jothi Lodge (Anna Salai)
K. R. P. Mansion (Anna Salai)
Lakshmi Mohan Lodge (Egmore)
Nathan`s House - Lodge (T. Nagar)
Chennai Travel Tips
Chennai Travel Tips
Chennai is one of the largest cities in India and bears a cosmopolitan character. If you are planning to visit the city, you should keep in mind the tips for Chennai travel. These tips will help you to plan your visit as well as take the necessary precautions to ensure you have a happy and safe journey. As Madras is a metropolitan city, it is equipped with all the modern day facilities to make your stay comfortable. But, to avail the benefit of these amenities, you must know about them in detail. This purpose is served by the travel tips for Chennai tour. So, read on to know some basic facts about the city or you can alternatively post your queries on Chennai forum. This lively forum promises to help all those planning to visit the city.
Chennai is one of the largest cities in India and bears a cosmopolitan character. If you are planning to visit the city, you should keep in mind the tips for Chennai travel. These tips will help you to plan your visit as well as take the necessary precautions to ensure you have a happy and safe journey. As Madras is a metropolitan city, it is equipped with all the modern day facilities to make your stay comfortable. But, to avail the benefit of these amenities, you must know about them in detail. This purpose is served by the travel tips for Chennai tour. So, read on to know some basic facts about the city or you can alternatively post your queries on Chennai forum. This lively forum promises to help all those planning to visit the city.
3 Star Hotels, Chennai
3 Star Hotels, Chennai
Ambica Empire Chennai
Address: No 79, 100 ft. Road, Vadapalani, Chennai - 600 026, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 10 km. from Airport, 8 km. from Railway Station, 1.5 km. from Bus Stand,
Quality Inn Sabari
Address: No. 29, Thirumalai Pillai Road, T. Nagar, Chennai - 600 017, India.
Accessibility: 13 Kms. from Airport, 6 Kms. from Railway Station.
Radha Park Inn, Chennai
Address : 171, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 10 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel Shelter, Chennai
Address: Venkatesa Agraharam Street, Mylapore, Chennai - 600 004, Tamil Nadu.
Accessibility: 10 km. From Airport, 5 km. From Rly. Stn., 5 km. From Bus Stand.
The Residency Towers, Chennai
Address: 1/460, Mount Poonamalle Rd, Ayyappanthangal, Chennai 600056.
Accessibility: 15 Kms. from Airport, 7 Kms. from Railway Station.
Ambica Empire Chennai
Address: No 79, 100 ft. Road, Vadapalani, Chennai - 600 026, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 10 km. from Airport, 8 km. from Railway Station, 1.5 km. from Bus Stand,
Quality Inn Sabari
Address: No. 29, Thirumalai Pillai Road, T. Nagar, Chennai - 600 017, India.
Accessibility: 13 Kms. from Airport, 6 Kms. from Railway Station.
Radha Park Inn, Chennai
Address : 171, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 10 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel Shelter, Chennai
Address: Venkatesa Agraharam Street, Mylapore, Chennai - 600 004, Tamil Nadu.
Accessibility: 10 km. From Airport, 5 km. From Rly. Stn., 5 km. From Bus Stand.
The Residency Towers, Chennai
Address: 1/460, Mount Poonamalle Rd, Ayyappanthangal, Chennai 600056.
Accessibility: 15 Kms. from Airport, 7 Kms. from Railway Station.
4 Star Hotels, Chennai
4 Star Hotels, Chennai
Ambassador Pallava, Chennai
Address: 30, Montieth Road, Egmore, Chennai 600 008, Tamil Nadu.
Accessibility: 18 km. from Airport,4 km. from Railway Station,5 km. from Bus Stand.
Benz Park Tulip, Chennai
Address: No.41, Thirumallai Pillai Road, T. Nagar, Chennai 600 017, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 12 Kms. from Airport, 8 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel GRT Grand, Chennai
Address : No.120, Sir Thyagaraya Road, T. Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 7 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel President, Chennai
Address: 25, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Mylapore, Chennai 600 004, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 13 Kms. from Anna Intl.Airport, 5 kms from Railway Station and 2 kms. from Bus Stand.
Tulip Aruna, Chennai
Address: 144, 145 Sterling Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai, India.
Accessibility: 16 Kms. from Airport, 4 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel Savera, Chennai
Address : 146, Dr. Radakrishnan Road, Chennai 600 004, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 8 Kms. from Railway Station.
Fortune Select Palms
Address : 142, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Thoraipakkam Chennai-600096 India
Accessibility : Chennai Airport : 17 KM, Railway Station : 14 KM
Ambassador Pallava, Chennai
Address: 30, Montieth Road, Egmore, Chennai 600 008, Tamil Nadu.
Accessibility: 18 km. from Airport,4 km. from Railway Station,5 km. from Bus Stand.
Benz Park Tulip, Chennai
Address: No.41, Thirumallai Pillai Road, T. Nagar, Chennai 600 017, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 12 Kms. from Airport, 8 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel GRT Grand, Chennai
Address : No.120, Sir Thyagaraya Road, T. Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 7 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel President, Chennai
Address: 25, Dr. Radhakrishnan Salai, Mylapore, Chennai 600 004, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility: 13 Kms. from Anna Intl.Airport, 5 kms from Railway Station and 2 kms. from Bus Stand.
Tulip Aruna, Chennai
Address: 144, 145 Sterling Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai, India.
Accessibility: 16 Kms. from Airport, 4 Kms. from Railway Station.
Hotel Savera, Chennai
Address : 146, Dr. Radakrishnan Road, Chennai 600 004, Tamil Nadu
Accessibility : 11 Kms. from Airport, 8 Kms. from Railway Station.
Fortune Select Palms
Address : 142, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Thoraipakkam Chennai-600096 India
Accessibility : Chennai Airport : 17 KM, Railway Station : 14 KM
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