About Chennai Tours
Chennai is the capital city and the largest city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The city is the cultural, financial and commercial hub of the state with a history that spans over 400 years. The town was settled by the British East India Company as a trading port on the 22nd of August 1639. Today, it is listed among the fastest growing cities of the world and boasts a vibrant culture, rich history, a thriving arts scene, the impeccable classical music and dance, beautiful beaches, historical sights, ancient temples, cathedrals and mosques, stunning museums, electric galleries, ecological parks, nature reserves, tours, amusement parks, street markets and exciting events that attract tourists from across the world. Many of the tourist take a look at chennai sightseeing tours and then explore the city.
One of the best ways to get a true experience of this old colonial city is to indulge in some of the best Chennai tours which include a tour of the Kapaleeswarar Temple, Karaneeswarar Temple, Basilica of the National Shrine of St.Thomas, St. Mary's Church, Big Mosque, Marina Beach, Breezy Beach and Edward Elliot's beach. The city is home to numerous museums and galleries like Government Museum, National Art Gallery and The Birla Planetarium that are a must visit while in the city, you can think of Chennai budget tour packages.
Chennai has zoological parks, eco parks and nature reserves to preserve and protect the flora and fauna of the region including Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Guindy National Park, Guindy Snake Park and Nanmangalam Reserve Forest. Carnatic music is a major part of the culture and performing arts of the region and one can catch numerous concerts and performances taking place across the city or one can even indulge in the food day tours in Chennai, Chennai eco tours, Chennai wildlife tours, nature tours and events like Madras Music Season, Chennai magic - day tours, Chennai Book Fair and Madras Day. The enriching legacy of Chennai, its unique culture and history make it among the top travel destinations in the subcontinent and the world.
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Dakshinachitra
- Heritage Museum , a project of Madras Craft Foundation an NGO was opened to the public on December 14th 1996.
St Mary’s Church
- Located at Fort St George, is the oldest Anglican church. St. Mary's Church was constructed in 1678-1680 AD by the British East India Company.
San Thome Cathedral
- It was built in the 16th century by Portuguese explorers. It is located at 38, Santhome High Rd, Basha Garden, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004.
Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)
- It is a town in Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, around 60 km south of the city of Chennai.
Mylapore and
Kanchipuram are also must visit attractions.