Chennai Tour

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

This Shiv-Parvati temple, located in one of the oldest districts of Chennai, is a fine blend of architectural brilliance and innate spirituality. Check out its colorful entrance towers, sprawling courtyards, slender pillars, and huge temple tank are fine specimens of Dravidian architecture.

Santhome Cathedral

A striking structure in dazzling white, Santhome gets its name from St. Thomas, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus, who is believed have died & interred here in 78 AD. The original church was built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and it was later rebuilt by the British in 1893.

Fort George

Built in 1644 AD, Fort George is the first English fortress in India and now serves as the seat of Tamil Nadu’s legislature. Take a tour of this imposing fortress; visit its beautiful churches and the Fort Museum showcasing a range of antiquities.

Government Museum

A treasure-trove of Indian heritage, this museum complex spread over six buildings, is home to the largest collection of Roman antiques outside Europe. Check out its diverse exhibits of archaeological discoveries, coins, sculptures, palm-leaf manuscripts, Amravati paintings, and rare works of celebrated artists like Raja Ravi Varma.

Marina Beach

One of the longest urban beaches in the world, Marina beach is a great place to catch picturesque sunrise & sunset views. As the sun goes down, the beach and the road along it fills with hawkers, peddlers and food stalls, creating a festive ambiance.

Other Attractions of Chennai

• Valluvar Kottam Monument -Dedicated to Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar
• Parthasarathy Temple- Depicts the role of Lord Krishna as Arjun’s charioteer during the famous battle of Mahabharata
• Madras War Cemetery- Commemorating the martyrs of WWII
• Guindy National Park- A wealth of flora & fauna

Fairs and Festivals of Chennai

• Pongal-Winter harvest Festival
• Puthandu- Tamil New Year celebrated in April
• Theppam- Annual float festival in Kapaleeshwarar Temple
• Natyanjali Dance Festival- Celebrating the classical dances of India
• Margazhi Festival of Dance and Music

Shopping in Chennai

The bustling markets of Chennai, colorfully chaotic and much vibrant, promise you a range of wares from Kanchipuram sarees & Dravidian jewelry to Tanjore gold-leaf paintings, stone-carved figurines, and classical music instruments.

Best time to Visit

The best time to visit this hot & sultry city would be in winters from October to February.

How to Reach

By Air- Chennai International Airport connects the city with major cities across the globe.

By Rail- Chennai’s three major railway stations- Chennai Central, Chennai Egmore and Tambaram; connect the city to the rest of India by numerous direct & indirect trains,

By Road- A well-developed network of roads and highways connect Chennai to major cities in India.