Chennai was a tiny fishing village that has evolved into a bustling capital city in South India. Chennai in Tamil Nadu has been an important trade center ever since colonial powers set base in this part of the country. The English East India Company established its trading post in Chennai in the year 1639.
Tourist Attractions in Chennai
The state secretariat or the Fort St. George is amongst the most famous buildings in Chennai. The in-house museum here boasts of a variety of British and French antiques and other commemorations.
For the nature lovers there is the marvelous Marina Beach that wears a festive look in the evenings. Marina beach boasts of being the second longest beach in Asia. Guindy National Park and Snake Park are must visits for the animal lovers. There is a crocodile bank just 44 km away is renowned for rare species of Indian and African alligators and crocodiles.
For the religious at heart Chennai has Parthasarthi temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, Kapaleeswarar Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Santhome Cathedral the 14th century church in Chennai et al.
Birla Planetarium, Elliot Beach, Valluvar Kottam, National Art and Government Museum, Anna Zoological Park, Kalakshetra and the Theosophical Society are other tourist spots in Chennai that are worth visiting.
Enjoy fun excursions to Covelong Beach, Muttukkadu, Thirukkalukundram, Vedathangal Bird Sanctuary and Mahabalipuram.
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