Chennai is a city brimming with IT and industrial hotspots and exuding rich heritage. It is located on the Coromandel Coast in Tamil Nadu on the Bay of Bengal. Covering a land area of 426 sq. km, this modern city is known for its zeal for music.
Things to do in Chennai
You should visit the religious temples native to this place. There are many Portuguese churches along with museums, a vast stretch of beaches and the famous MGR Film City you can’t miss to visit. Don’t miss out on visiting the famous Koli Hills. You should also try the traditional cuisine consisting of dishes like idli, chaats, uttapam, puttu, apsi halwa and banana bondas.
Tourist attractions in Chennai
The most sought-after tourist attractions are Fort St. George, MGR Film City, Koli Hills, Valluvar Kottam, Rippon Building, Vivekananda House and Dakshinachitra emporium. Few other interesting places include the Santhome Cathedral Basilica, Armenian Church, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Marundeswarar Temple and Ripon building. You can visit Edward Elliot’s beach, Marina Beach and also the Guindy National Park.
Places to shop in Chennai
The best flea markets are located in Spencer Plaza and Mount road with a huge variety of goods and lots of food. Tourists mostly purchase Pattamara mats, metal and leaf handicrafts, earthenware, Kanchipuram silk sarees, stone carvings, Tanjore art and tea.
Best time to visit Chennai
Winters are the best time to visit Chennai, which is generally between October and February.
Modes of transport
There are all sorts of transport available in Chennai due to the fact that it is an industrial hotspot and an IT hub. You can travel via bus, train or flight. Local residents use public transport for daily travel needs.
Weather in Chennai
Weather in Chennai is generally like that of a tropical region - hot and dry. During summers, the mercury reaches temperatures of about 28°C. Monsoons involve lots of torrential rain and winters are generally cold and pleasant for tourists.
Airport in Chennai
The Chennai International airport (IATA: MAA) is located 15 km from the centre of the city and is accessible via public or private transport.