Chennai Tour

Chennai, the ultimate gateway to the south, packs in a punch of rich culture, grand attractions, delicious cuisine and warm hospitality. Still known as Madras to the old-schoolers; this beautiful capital of Tamil Nadu is the largest metropolitan city in the south; yet its deep rooted cultural sense gives it a quiet, laid back vibe. A custodian of the Dravidian culture & traditions; this stunning city, with its exquisite temples & churches, sprawling Marina Beach and ripping theme parks, is a treasure trove ready to be explored!

Major Attractions of Chennai

Kapaleeshwarar Temple
This 7th century temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Its rainbow-hued Gopuram, pillared mandapam and a huge temple tank, depict the Dravidian architectural style. The shrines in the temple are seated on a beautiful chariot.

St Thomas Cathedral
This striking Roman Catholic cathedral is believed to be the resting place of St. Thomas- the apostle who is believed to have brought Christianity to the Indian Subcontinent.

Valluvar Kottam Monument
Built in 1976, in the memory of the great Tamil poet & saint Thiruvalluvar, this chariot shaped monument houses a life shaped statue of the poet. All the 133 chapters of his famous work Thirukkural have been inscribed in granite columns in the front hall corridor of the monument

Marina Beach
Spanning over 13 long kilometers from St George Fort to Mahabalipuram, this beautiful beach is one of the longest urban beaches in the world. In winters, rare species of Olive Ridley Sea Turtles come for nesting at the beach.

Guindy National Park
Spread over an area of 270 hectares, this park is an extension of the grounds of the official residence of Tamil Nadu?s Governor. The park is home to over 400 blackbucks, 2,000 spotted deer, jackals, chital, pangolin, elephant, jungle cat, toddy cat and Indian civet. Rare bird species including black winged kite, honey buzzard and pariah kite can also be spotted here.

Other Attractions in Chennai

• Parry?s Jain Temple
• Marundheeswarar Temple
• Parthasarathy Temple
• Madras War Cemetery
• Government Museum
• National Art Gallery
• Queen?s land Theme Park
• Prime Time- An indoor amusement park

Fairs & Festivals in Chennai

• Pongal- Harvest Festival celebrated in January
• Putyhandu- Tamil New Year celebrated in April
• Natyanjali Dance Festival- Celebrating the classical dances of India
• Margazhi Festival of Dance and Music
• Tourism Fair- Celebrated annually in January
• Karthigai Deepam- Festival of Lights

Shopping in Chennai
Chennai is the best place to pick the handicrafts of Tamil Nadu. Kanchipuram silk sarees, traditional jewelry, Tanjore paintings, Papier Mache dolls & masks, Pattamadai mats, stone carved figurines, wood carved panels & images and classical instruments are some of the choicest collectibles of Chennai.

Food in Chennai
Super-soft idlis, crispy vadas, flavored Uttapams, Dosa & Sambhar, and tangy Rasam define the taste of Chennai. Non vegetarians may relish the delicious Prawns Kuzhambu and Chicken Chettinad.

Best Time to Visit
The ideal time to visit Chennai 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- The three major railway stations of Chennai, namely, Chennai Central, Chennai Egmore and Tambaram; connect the city to the rest of India by an extensive network of Indian Railways.
By Road- A well-maintained network of roads and highways connect Chennai to major cities in India.

Join us on a Temple Tour to this beautiful city in Tamil Nadu. Its array of attractions, ranging from old to contemporary and from nature to architecture, is sure to nourish your body & soul.