Local Explorations

City Attractions

Discover the vibrant landmarks and rich heritage of Chennai.

Coastal13 KM Stretch

Marina Beach

India’s longest natural urban beach. It stretches 13 km along the Bay of Bengal, known for sunrises and street food.

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HeritageEgmore

Government Museum

Established in 1851, it’s India’s second-oldest museum. Famous for Indo-Saracenic architecture and rare South Indian bronzes.

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LandmarkMarina Beach

MGR & Jayalalitha Memorial

A lotus-shaped memorial for M.G. Ramachandran and Jayalalithaa on Marina Beach featuring an eternal flame.

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ReligiousHistoric

Santhome Cathedral Basilica

Built over the tomb of Saint Thomas the Apostle. Features stunning neo-Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.

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UNESCO SiteAncient

Mamallapuram

UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient rock-cut temples, Shore Temple, and Arjuna’s Penance.

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TempleMylapore

Kapaleeshwarar Temple

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring classic Dravidian architecture with a tall, ornate gopuram.

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CultureNungambakkam

Valluvar Kottam

Dedicated to the poet Thiruvalluvar. Features a grand chariot-shaped structure housing all 1,330 Thirukkural verses.

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Living MuseumECR Road

DakshinaChitra

A cultural museum showcasing South Indian heritage through traditional houses, crafts, and performances.

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WildlifeVandalur

Arignar Anna Zoo

One of the largest zoos in South Asia with over 170 species, safaris, and a butterfly house.

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SpiritualTriplicane

Vivekananda House

A historic building where Swami Vivekananda stayed in 1897. Now houses exhibits on his life.

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Pro Travel Tips

Transport

We recommend using Uber or Ola for easy movement. Most sites are within 10-15km of the venue.

Etiquette

Temples like Kapaleeshwarar require modest dress codes (no shorts). Early mornings are best for the beach.

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