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 About Chennai
Chennai (formerly known as Madras), is the capital of Tamil Nadu state and is India's fourth largest metropolitan city. It is spread over an area of 1180 Sq.Kms with a population of 7.6 million (2005). It has an Airport which is served by all Domestic and major international carriers.
Landmarks & Historical monuments
Fort St. George, National Art Gallery, High Court Complex, George Town, Corporation Complex, Museum Complex, Valluvar Kottam and St. Thomas Mount are some of the important landmarks and historical buildings of Chennai.
Places of Worship
Chennai city has important places of worship for people belonging to all religions. Some of them are listed below: Kapaleeswarar temple, Parthasarathy temple, Marundeswarar temple, · Vadapalani Murugan temple, Chennai Kesava temple and Kandaswami temple. St. Mary's Church, San Thome Basilica, St. Andrew's Kirk and St. Georges Church. Triplicane Big Mosque Thousand lights Mosque.
Attractions
Marina Beach, the 2nd longest beach in the world, is located at Chennai.
Some of the other places of interest are Vandaloor Zoo, Gundy National Park, Snake Park and the Crocodile farm.
Kalakshetra & Theosophical Society
Kalakshetra, an internationally renowned teaching institute, reverberates with classical music and dance. Founded by the unique exponent and innovator of |
About Chennai
