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Chennai
city is situated on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal and is the capital
of state of Tamil Nadu. Madras, the earlier name of this cosmopolitan
metropolis was baptized to Chennai in 1996. It is the fourth largest city in
India and is regarded as the gateway to the south. The British influence
together with tamil Hindu culture can be observed all around the city.
Chennai presents a distinctive variation to North India in music, dance,
language, food and costumes. City Information Of Chennai India -it is also home to the south Indian film
industry. Its temples, forts, beaches, parks, churches and musuems attract
tourists from all over the world.
Chennai At A Glance
» Area - 174 Sq.Km.
» Population - 42.16 lakh
» Language - Tamil, Telegu , Malayalam, English
» Best time to visit - November to February
» Excursion - Mamallapuram( 36 km), Tirupathi( 84
km) Kancheepuram (75kms) s
Accommodations in Chennai City Information
Chennai City Information -
Chennai has a wide range of accommodation options ranging from deluxe and
luxury to budget class hotels. The Taj Coromandel, the Park, the Chola
Sheraton, the Ambassador Pallava, the Radha Park Inn and the Pandian Hotel
are the best options available.
City Information of Chennai India
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Marina Beach - It is one of the world's longest beaches and is the pride
of Chennai. Tourists can see many important buildings such as the Fort St.
George, the University of Madras and the Senate House along the Marine
drive. Long strolls along the golden sand are enjoyed by the visitors here
especially in the early mornings and evenings. One must also visit the
Sunday market on the Marina beach.
» Government Musuem - It is the first
government-sponsored musuem in the country and is located on the Pantheon
Road in Egmore. It has the most beautiful bronze collection of international
repute, numismatic and arms collection with various department likes
History, Anatomy, Botany, Mineralogy, Antiquities and Archaelogy.
» Sri Parthasarthy Temple - This temple devoted to
Lord Krishna is situated at Triplicane High Road. The temple was built by
the Pallavas in the 8th century and subsequently renovated by the Vijaynagar
Kings in the 16th century.
» Fort St. George - It is a historical landmark in
Chennai. It was built by Francis Day and Andrew Cogan, the founding fathers
of Chennai and officials of the British East India Company. It was the first
British settlement and was under French occupation for a brief time.
Climate
Chennai
City Information - Chennai
experiences a very hot tropical climate for most of the year. Summers are
hot and humid. In the months of September-December, the city receives heavy
rainfall.
How to reach
Chennai has rail, road and air links to all parts of India. It has two
airports namely the Anna International Airport and the Kamaraj National
Airport at Meenambakkam about 20 km from the city. The city is easy enough
to access with its two rail terminals- Chennai Central for broad gauge
trains to Delhi, Calcutta, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Egmore railhead for metre
gauge trains to all parts of Tamil Nadu. It is also connected by good roads
with all important places in Tamil Nadu and India.
Must Try Out Shopping
Several state-run and private emporia in Chennai sell sarees, jewellery,
handwoven fabrics and leather items. Handicrafts of different kinds such as
rose wood, ivory, bronze, sandal-wood and silver are also available.
