Chennai Tour

Formerly known as Madras, the 350-year-old city of Chennai is the capital of the state of Tamil Nadu. The city saw its growth under the influence of the English settlement of Fort Saint George. However, over time, it soaked up the surrounding villages and towns and thus became a destination of worth. Notwithstanding the British influence, Chennai still today retains its age-old traditional charm and that is something which sets it world apart from other places.


Climate & the Best Time for Chennai Tour
Situauted on the thermal equator, Chennai witnesses little variations in temperature. Summer extends from March till June. The maximum temperature during this period records 40 degrees centigrade. Winters are pleasant and temperature rarely drops down below 18 degrees. The average rainfall in the city measures 1300 mm. The northeast monsoons continue from late September to mid November. October to February, winter period, is the ideal time to visit the city.

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Major Tourism Attractions in Chennai
» Fort St George : It is the place from where Robert Clive, the founder of the British empire set out on the process of empire building. The fort showcases the India's British military architectural design. The Wellesely House, St Mary's Church, the Legislature and the Secretariat of Tamil Nadu are other attractions here.

» George Town : George Town, being the commercial hub of Chennai, teems with activities from dawn to dusk. Criss-crossed by narrow streets, the typical cityscape is filled with traders and buyers. The town is delimited by Old Jail Road and Cilve Battery on its north.

» National Art Gallery : A place to be for the art connoisseurs, the National Art Gallery offers a fascinating exhibit of the relics of the past. Major attractions at the gallery include bronze carvings from 10th and 13th centuries, Rajasthani and Mughal paintings from 16th-18th centuries and Deccani paintings from 17th century.

» Kalakshetra : A dance and music institute of world repute, Kalakshetra was established by Rukmini Devi Arundale. Here, you can witness students learning the classical art forms including the skills of creating traditional handicrafts.


Chennai Accommodation Options
Chennai has ample options of stay for tourists. From five star deluxe to budget and government approved hotels, the city offers accommodation for varied ranges of travellers. Some famous hotels in Chennai include Taj Connemara (5 star deluxe), Le Royal Meridien (5 star deluxe), GRT Grand Days Hotel (4 star), Windsor Park Hotel (3 star) and Hotel MGM Grand (Government approved).

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Getting There
Chennai's Anna International Airport and the Kamraj Domestic Terminal provide excellent links with the key destinations of the country and the world. Being the headquarters of the Southern Railway, Chennai has regular express trains connecting to the major cities and towns of the country. Road route of the city is also well established.