Chennai: Gateway to South India
Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, covering an area of 426 sq. km, with a population of 70.9 lakh, is an important IT and industrial hub. It is rich in culture. The city attracts tourists with its unique architectural masterpieces. Situated beside the Bay of Bengal, the climate in Chennai is greatly affected by it.
Things to do in Chennai
Three rivers flow through the city and being placed by the sea, Chennai offers a wide range of water activities. One can scuba dive into the waters, go boating in the rivers and even parasailing in Marina Beach.
There are beautiful hill stations nearby where you can go for trekking and camping. Few such places to go trekking are the Nagalapuram Falls, Tada Falls and Talakona Waterfalls.
Tourist attractions in Chennai
The city has a couple of beaches, including Marina Beach and Breezy Beach being the most famous amongst them. Marundeeswarar Temple, Kapaleeswarar Temple and Parthasarathy Temple attract the Hindu devotees. Fort St. George and Guindy National Park are other important places to visit.
Places to shop in Chennai
Along with the malls, the city has its distinguished market places to shop from. The famous silk sarees can be bought from T. Nagar and George Town. Other important shopping markets are Pondy Bazaar, Parry’s Corner and Sowcarpet.
Best time to visit Chennai
The best time to visit Chennai is during winter and pre-monsoon. Typically, the months from October to February are the best suited for travelling.
Modes of transport
Chennai has a diverse network of road and railways. It has an international airport and also a seaport. Buses, metro rail and auto-rickshaws keep the city well-connected.
Weather in Chennai
Chennai experiences very hot and humid summers, with the temperature reaching up to 40°C. It also experiences heavy rainfall with strong winds in monsoon. The winter months are pleasant.
Airport in Chennai
Chennai International Airport (IATA: MAA) has daily scheduled domestic and international IndiGo flights. The domestic terminal at the airport is called Kamaraj Terminal.