The city of Chennai forms one of the main cities in south India. Being the capital of Tamil Nadu it has a population of 5.9 million. Chennai offers various sites to be visited in and around the city. These sites attract a large number of tourists every year. You can enjoy watching the archeological sites; religious sites; historical sites and more on your tour to Chennai .We at Travel Point India offer you tours for local sightseeing in Chennai. The city is close to many tourist places of your interest. Travel to Chennai provides you with easy access to all the places, which are also great excursion sites located nearby Chennai.
The Chennai city is famous for its architectural temples, coconut fringes and silk saris. The city is well placed on the coastline of the country and attracts a large number of tourist every year. On your travel to Chennai you can visit the famous Marina beach to experience a perfect holiday in Chennai. Come with Travel Point India for a completely different experience while on tour to Chennai.
Places to see on your tour:
Parthsarthy Temple: The Parthsarthy temple is one main of the tourist attractions in Chennai.It was built in the 8th century by the Pallava kings of South India. The mighty Vijayanagar kings renovated it in the 16th century. The temple is situated near Triplicane in Chennai. It was one of the major harbors during Pallava time and is famed for the beauty of its Gopuram and its architecture. The temple is a must visit on your tour to Chennai.
Kapaleeshwar Temple: The Kapaleeshwar Temple is another famous temple in Chennai, which is visited by tourists in large numbers. This temple was constructed in the 13th century and is a living example of the architectural skills of the Dravidians. Situated in the Malaypore area of Chennai, the temple is the nucleus of the local tank market and residential quarters around it. The main entrance facing east is painted in red, blue, and yellow with Puranic legends sculpted on the sanctum sanctorum. You can visit the Kapaleeshwar Temple on your tour to Chennai.
Santhome Cathedral: You can visit the Santhome Cathedral, which forms an important pilgrimage center in Chennai. The Cathedral is built over the tomb of apostle St. Thomas. According to legends, St. Thomas arrived in India from Palestine in AD 52 and died after 26 year. The church was built after a millennium, probably by the Persian Christians, and his remains were moved inside. The church was refurbished in 1606 and made into a cathedral. Again, in 1806, it was rebuilt as a basilica. On your tour to Chennai you can visit the Santhome Cathedral.
Fort St.George: Fort St. George was the first piece of real estate for British in India. You can visit the Fort St.George on your tour to Chennai. The fort is an important symbol of British Rule in India. The site for the construction of this Fort was chosen by Sir Day. The fort has a grey granite exterior unlike the Mughal forts that has lavish ornamentation and luxury. It housed barracks for the British army, a parade ground, and the St. Mary's Church of Chennai.
Marina Beach: Marina Beach is a popular beach in Chennai. The beach extends from Fort St. George all the way to Mahabalipuram. The beach looks spectacular at dusk when the setting sun casts colorful glow. You can visit the Marina beach on your tour to Chennai.
National Art Gallery: National Art Gallery was built in 1906; the gallery is situated in a splendid Indo-Saracenic edifice. The building was initially known as Victoria Memorial Hall and was designed by Henry Irwin. There is a good collection of old paintings and sculptures including Tanjore paintings on glass; Rajput and Mughal miniature paintings; Deccan paintings from 17th century; and handcrafts, metalware, and ivory carvings from 11th and 12th century. You can visit the National Art Gallery on your tour to Chennai.
Mahabalipuram: While on tour to Chennai you can also visit the temple town of Mahabalipuram, famous for its shore temples and the second capital of the Pallava kings of Kanchipuram. The city is situated at a distance of about 58 kilometers from Madras on the Bay of Bengal. Mahabalipuram was already a center of pilgrimage when, in the 7th century Mamalla made it a seaport and began to make temples fashioned of rock. It was through Mahabalipuram that many Indian colonists, who included sages and artists, migrated to Southeast Asia. On your travel to Chennai you can visit some of the main places in Mahabalipuram that include the Arjuna's Penance, carved in relief on the face of a huge rock; it is the mythical story of the river Ganges, issuing from its source high in the Himalayas. The surface of the rock has detailed carvings, showing the most endearing and natural renditions of animals. It also shows deities, and other semi divine creatures and fables from the Panchtantra. Another main tourist spot is Krishna Mandapam; this is one of the earliest rock-cut temples.
Travel Tips: Chennai, the bustling capital of Tamil Nadu has a pleasant climate in the winters, whereas the summers are very hot in Chennai.The best time to visit the city is in the months of January to April. Chennai has much worth exploring and with the facility of abundant transport operations; accessibility to other parts of the country becomes easy.
The Chennai city has domestic as well as international airports. The Kamaraj Domestic Airport and the Anna International Airport are located at Tirusulam, at a distance of 20 km from the city. The city of Chennai is also well connected to all the major cities in India through a wide network of railways. The main railheads are Madras Central and Egmore. The city is well connected other neighboring states through an excellent road network.
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