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Chennai, India

Chennai, India

Chennai India

Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is a 369-year-old city and the capital of the southern state of Tamil Nadu. It's the sixth-largest city in India and serves as one of the main gateways to South India. The city boasts a thriving local culture and art scene and is a major destination for medical tourism. Located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal, Chennai has the second longest beachfront of any municipality in the world. Chennai is both an orthodox and a modern cosmopolitan city, with a culture that reflects its diverse population. The traditional arts, music, dance, and other art forms of Tamil Nadu thrive here. The food is a unique blend, ranging from traditional dishes to fast foods and filter coffee. It's a land of temples and priests, with architecture that spans from ancient temples to modern high-rises. The music scene includes both classical and western styles, alongside a growing nightlife in the city.
Recommended airport
Chennai Intl (MAA)
Points of interest
  • Semmozhi Poonga
  • Chennai Rail Museum
  • Vivekanandar Illam
Nearby destinations
  • Muttukadu a 29.19 km

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Destinations: Chennai, Mamallapuram (Mahabalipuram), Pondicherry, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Madurai, Periyar, Kumarakom, Alleppey, Kochi

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