Alandur is a zone of Chennai corporation, and an urban node in Chennai district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Alandur had a population of 164,430 in the 2011. The town agglomeration of Alandur will have an estimated population of 300,000 by the year 2030. Alandur neighbours the St. Thomas Mount Cantontment, the Officers Training Academy of the Indian army and the nearby towns of Guindy and Adambakkam. Mr. M. G. Ramachandran, a former chief minister of Tamil Nadu started his political career by winning his first legislative election from Alandur in 1967. Though a part of Chennai corporation it is a taluk in Kancheepuram district. Alandur also holds famous landmarks of Chennai namely Nehru Statue and Kathipara Junction.

This is a comprehensive travel guide for Alandur in India. From budgeting tips to finding the best spots, this travel guide has got all the insider information to explore Alandur like a local. After your splendid visit to Alandur, you can proceed to an important near-by city of Puducherry. Add Puducherry to your vacation plan, it has an interesting bunch of activities to do on your visit like Vivekananda House And Museum, Marina Beach, Fort St George. Also, to reach Alandur, you'll have to take a flight to Puducherry; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. Tour packages of Alandur are of 1 to 2 days duration.