India /Tamil Nadu /Chennai /Chennai

Kalashetra is located in, Kalakshetra Rd, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600041. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kalashetra is the premier institute of Indian classical dance, music and the fine arts. The Kalakshetra Foundation consists of several units. These are namely Rukmini Devi College of Fine Arts, Besant Cultural Centre Hostel, Craft Education and Research Centre, Besant Arundale Senior Secondary School, Besant Theosophical High School. Many famous artists of Bharatnatyam, Kathakali and Carnatic music also took part in building up the institution and maintain the chief traditions in learning and training the pupils. At the end of each year, a spectacular festival occurs at the end of every year and also a beautiful auditorium has been established, following the design of Koottambulam, the conventional theatre of Keral temples. Other dance drama forms that have originated from Kalsshetra include Swayamvaram, Rama Vangamanan, Kumara Sambhavam etc.

Kalakshetra Foundation Chennai

HistoryEdit

Kalakshetra was established by the danseuse Rukmini Devi in the year 1936. During the time of its inception, it was called The International Center for the Arts, set up keeping in mind the noble objective of reviving the unique dance form, known as Bharat Natyam. Later it was renamed as Kalakshetra, which means the “Temple of Arts”.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

8:30 am. to 11.30 am.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Tuscana Pizzeria ;  No.19, 3rd Street, Wallace Gardens, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600034, India. ; Ph/M –  91-44-45038008 ; Food Serve –  Italian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

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India /Tamil Nadu /Chennai /Chennai

Kaaraneeswarar temple is located close to the railway station. Saidapet, Mylapore, Chennai, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kaaraneeswara temple is known for the elaborately carved 7 storied Gopuram with tow prakarams. Dedicated to the Goddess Swarnaambikai and Lord Kaaraneeswara, the beautiful temple has a tank which is a special attraction here. It draws thousands of devotees during the 10 days Brahmotsavam in the month of Chithirai.

Kaaraneeswarar Temple

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Namma Chettinad ;  1 & 2, Jeenis Road, Near Panajal Building, Saidapet, Chennai 600015, India. ; Ph/M –  91-44-24347686|+91-9500122983|+91-9500122983. ; Food Serve –  Chinese, Mughlai, Tandoori, Multi-cuisine, Chettinad.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

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India /Tamil Nadu /Chennai /Chennai

Kaalikaambaal Temple, 244, Thambu Chetty Street, George Town, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600001, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kalikambal temple is a beautiful, ornately carved temple. While its origin and history are a matter of speculation, it is Must Seely believed that initially a fiercer form of Goddess Kamakshi was worshipped at the temple, but later replaced with a calmer form, shanta swaroopa. While the temple is thronged by a large number of devotees on any given day it vibrates with an entirely different level of devotional energy during the 11 day Brahmotsavam festival , much larger in scale. On the ninth day of the festival an image of Goddess Kamakshi, decorated ornately and elaborately, is taken out in a procession on beautiful chariot lined with metal cymbals, called Kinnitter as well as Sri Chakra Vimaanam.

Kaalikaambaal Temple

HistoryEdit

Kalikambal temple was originally located closer to the sea shore and was relocated to the current site at 1640 AD. It was then built in 1678. Shivaji, the Maratha warrior and the founder of the Hindawi-Swarajya in the 17th century, had worshiped in this temple incognito on 3 October 1667. It is believed that a fierce form of Goddess was held in worship earlier and that this form was replaced with the shanta swaroopa (calm posture) form of Goddess Kamakshi.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

Morning 6.00 am. to 1.00 pm.
Evening 3.00 pm. to 8.00 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Evening, Night.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Around 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• SS Hyderabad Briyani ;  Shop No. 308, M.T.H. Road, Venkatapuram, Near Ambattur Market, Ambattur. ; Ph/M –  91-9940119706 ;+91-9940119706 ; Food Serve –  Hyderabadi.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Kapaleeshwarar Temple

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Shree Gujarati Swetamber Murtipujak Jain Mandir , 96, Vepery High Road, Kutchery Road, Mylapore, Vepery, Chennai District, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Shree Gujarati Swetamber Murtipujak Jain Mandir, structure has been built employing marble and provided with beautiful glass work. The structure as such differs from other buildings in that the iron has been totally avoided in the construction purpose. The idol inside the temple is made of quartz that has been finely cut and represents the green God. The central hall has been provided with extensive glass work that makes it glow with a spectrum of colors. The temple structure comprises of three gopurams and delicately carved doors (a total of five doors). Some other interesting facts associated with the Jain temple are like, the architects, stone carvers and the workers employed in the construction of the temple were all hired from Rajasthan. The Jain priests travel all the way from North India to the mentioned Jain temple so as to provide discourses about the faith.

Shree Gujarati Swetamber Murtipujak Jain Mandir

HistoryEdit

Shree Gujarati Swetamber Murtipujak Jain Mandir has the distinction of being the first Jain temple in the Southern India. The principal deity worshipped in the temple is Lord Parsvanatha, the 23rd Tirthankara of the Jains’. The Jain temple bears impressions of the famous Dilwara temples.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Marina Beach

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Covelong Beach

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India /Tamil Nadu /Chennai /Guindy

Guindy Snake Park is located next to the Children’s Park in the Guindy National Park campus. Sardar Patel Road, Chennai, India. (Nungambakkam) Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Guindy Snake Park was formerly known as the Madras Snake Park Trust (MSPT). This park has snakes, tortoise, reptiles and even mites, earthworms and scorpions. With over 130 species living here, it gives the best possible natural habitat to the animals. Its huge variety of over 350 kinds of lush green fauna it is an incredible place to be for the nature lovers. The park is extremely Must See with the children as it is a sheer joy to see so many spectacular plants and living beings together under one roof.

Guindy Snake Park

HistoryEdit

Guindy Snake Park was established by Romulus Whitaker, the American-born naturalised Indian herpetologist who, On his arrival to India, he established a small snake park at Selaiyur village, a suburb of Chennai. In 1972, he obtained small land in Guindy on lease from the Forest Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu and, with the help of a group of naturalists from Chennai, set up a bigger park and soon constituted a trust to manage its affairs. Romulus Whitaker conserve the endangered species of snakes found in the Indian sub-continent. Guindy Snake Park, which was recognised as a Medium Zoo in the year 1995, is maintained by the Madras Snake Park Trust.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 AM – 5.30 PM

Closed OnEdit

Tuesday.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 15

Kids Rs. : Rs. 10

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Cafe Coffee day ;  IIT Campus, Ghajen Roa Circle, Guindy, Inside Iit Campus, Adyar ; Ph/M –  91-44-64542885 ; Food Serve –  Cafe local food, Dessert beverage

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Guindy Snake Park – 9566170000
• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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India /Tamil Nadu /Chennai /Guindy

Guindy National Park is located in the Raj Bhavan premises at Guindy, 259 Anna Salai, DMS Compound, Teynampet, Chennai, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Guindy National Park and Snake Park are in Guindy ,a good family picnic spot. It is the smallest of the national parks in India. It is a sanctuary to the endangered Black Bucks, Spotted Deer, Mongoose, Jackals, Monkeys, reptiles and birds also live there. The Deer Park and the Snake Park are supported by the World Wildlife Fund. There are about 24 varieties of trees are there in the park and maintained. This mini wild park in one of ia few in the world that is located inside the City.It extends deep inside the governor’s estate, enclosing beautiful forests, scrub lands, lakes and streams.At Children’s park/Guindy National Park, Chennai. The park has a role in both ex-situ and in-situ conservation and is home to 400 blackbucks, 2,000 spotted deers, 24 jackals, a wide variety of snakes, geckos, tortoises and over 130 species of birds, 14 species of mammals, over 60 species of butterflies and spiders each, a wealth of different invertebrates—grasshoppers, ants, termites, crabs, snails, slugs, scorpions, mites, earthworms, millipedes, and the like. These are free-ranging fauna and live with the minimal of interference from human beings.

Guindy National Park

HistoryEdit

Guindy National Park is a 2.70 km2 (1.04 sq mi) Protected area of Tamil Nadu, is the 8th smallest National Park of India and one of the very few national parks situated inside a city. The park is an extension of the grounds surrounding Raj Bhavan, formerly known as the ‘Guindy Lodge’, the official residence of the Governor of Tamil Nadu, India.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 am to 5.30 p.m.

Closed OnEdit

Tuesday.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2-3 hours

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Adult : 15.00.

Rs.5/- ( 11 yrs. to above)

School Children (Age 5 to 12 years) from Government and aided Schools – Rs. 2.00

Kids Rs. : Below 10 years – Free ;

School Children from Private Schools (Age 5 to 12 years) – Rs.10.00.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Adult : 15.00.

Rs.5/- ( 11 yrs. to above)

School Children (Age 5 to 12 years) from Government and aided Schools – Rs. 2.00

Kids Rs. :

Below 10 years – Free ;

School Children from Private Schools (Age 5 to 12 years) – Rs.10.00.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs.10 ; Snake park – Rs. 25/-,

Video Camera Rs. : Rs.75 ; Charges for documentary educational films using Handy camera and Video Camera – Rs.2000.

In Snake Park Movie – 150/-

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Cafe Coffee day ;  IIT Campus, Ghajen Roa Circle, Guindy, Inside Iit Campus, Adyar ; Ph/M –  91-44-64542885 ; Food Serve –  Cafe local food, Dessert beverage

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Guindy National Park : 91-44-24321471
• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Children’s Park, Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai 600032, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

In Guindy Children’s park, you will find the animals are freely roaming around and you go around in a mobile vehicle (bus, van, etc). The Guindy Children’s park is more like a zoo. Most of the animals/ birds are kept inside cages, just like a zoo. The spotted deer’s are freely roaming around the park. The play area, lawn and garden are very good and are being maintained quite neatly as well.

Guindy Children’s Park Entrance

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 am to 10.30 pm

Closed OnEdit

Tuesday.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 15

Kids Rs. : Child: Free (Below 5 yrs)

Child: Rs 10 (5 to 12 yrs)

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs. 25

Video Camera Rs. : Rs. 150

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Cafe Coffee day ;  IIT Campus, Ghajen Roa Circle, Guindy, Inside Iit Campus, Adyar ; Ph/M –  91-44-64542885 ; Food Serve –  Cafe local food, Dessert beverage

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Guindy National park  is a protected area and requires prior permission for tourists to visit.

HelplineEdit

• Children’s Park – 044-22533623
• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Government Museum (Chennai Museum), Pantheon Rd, Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600008. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Government Museum (Chennai Museum) is mainly affluent in archaeological and numismatic collections and also has a vast collection of Roman antiquities, outside of Europe. Some of the edifices in the campus of the museum are over 100 years old. The Museum grounds comprises of six buildings and 46 galleries, covering the total area of about 16.25 acres. The items displayed in the museum include a huge array of artefacts, palm-leaf manuscripts and other objects that have been segmented into various sections including geology, archaeology, zoology, anthropology, numismatics, botany and sculpture. It has four main galleries including the Hindu Sculpture Gallery, Bronze Gallery, Amravathi Gallery and the National Art Gallery. There is a Children’s Museum which is a very special segment dedicated to children. It has three main sub-divisions namely, civilization gallery, kids corner and the transportation gallery. The Government Museum is also selected as Manuscript Conservation Centre (MCC) under the National Mission for Manuscripts, founded in 2003.

Government Museum (Chennai Museum)

HistoryEdit

The Government Museum of Chennai is one of the most Must See sightseeing pots in the city. Though initially it was set up in an edifice on the College Road, Nungambakkam, in 1851, later on, in 1854, it was shifted to the present locale in Egmore. Today, it proudly stands as the second oldest museum-after the Indian Museum of Kolkata which was set up in 1814-and is also one of the leading museums in South Asia.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

9:30 am – 5:00 pm

Closed OnEdit

Friday

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Big Chicken ;  48/13, Sardar Patel Road, Near Ramco Systems, Adyar. ; Ph/M –  91-44-43514442 | +91-44-43514441 ; Food Serve –  Chinese, Mughlai, Tandoori fast food.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Freemason’s Hall, 87, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore, Chennai. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Freemason’s Hall stands as an elegant architectural monument in the Egmore region of Chennai. Freemasonry is the largest fraternal order that exists in the world. Freemasons Hall is a two-storey structure which can accommodate about 200 people at a time. The building is supported by four massive pillars. Italian tiles and marbles are used to furnish the interiors of Freemasons Hall. The dinner hall of Freemasons Hall can accommodate 150 people and the individual rooms can house 60 people at a time. The main hall of Freemasons Hall has clerestory windows which are at a height of 12 feet from the floor. The inner walls of Freemasons Hall are decorated with Masonic emblems. Freemasons Hall can be easily accessed from any part of the city of Chennai. The Hall was recently refurbished to regain its lustre, which has made it one among the prime attractions of Chennai.

Freemasons Hall

HistoryEdit

Freemasons Hall, exhibiting a Greek style of architecture, was built to act as a military lodge for British soldiers. It was constructed as per the climatic conditions of the region. It is well ventilated to receive fresh air and light. The society (free masons) is believed to have its origins in the European continent, somewhat during the 17th century A.D. The fraternity is responsible for the establishment of Masonic homes, schools, orphanages and providing aids in other forms to its constituent members. Towards the end of the 20th century the nature of the society was essentially an educational one and aimed to teach the moral philosophy of life.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9.00 AM – 6.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Nandhe ;  Hotel Kanchi, 28, Ethiraj Salai, In Hotel Kanchi, Egmore. ; Ph/M –  91-44-28271100;+91-9841072009;+91-9841072009 ; Food Serve –  South Indian, North Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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Fort St George, Chennai, Rajaji Salai, Tamil Nadu 600009. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Fort St George stands as a symbol of the British rule. St. Mary’s Church, within the Fort St. George, was established in 1680, and it is one of the oldest churches in India. The tombstones that are found within the premises of the Fort St. George, are among the oldest tombstones of British origin in India. Nowhere in India do we find such ancient tombstones. The Fort now serves as one of the administrative headquarters for the legislative assembly of Tamil Nadu state and it still houses a garrison of troops in transit to various locations at South India and the Andamans. The fort is one of the 163 notified areas (megalithic sites) in the state of Tamil Nadu.

Fort St. George, Chennai

HistoryEdit

Fort St George (or historically, White Town) is the name of the first English (later British) fortress in India, founded in 1644 at the coastal city of Madras, the modern city of Chennai. The fort was completed on 23 April 1644, coinciding with St George’s Day. The Fort is a stronghold with six-meter high walls that withstood a number of assaults in the 18th century. It briefly passed into the possession of the French from 1746 to 1749, but was restored to Great Britain under the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, which ended the War of the Austrian Succession. The fort is maintained and administered by the Archaeological Survey of India as a ticketed monument.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

November to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• French Loaf ;  Park Town, Planet Yumm Food Court Sowcarpet, Perambur, Chennai 600003, India. ; Ph/M –  4466599882 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis (locally called “call-taxis” since they must be pre-arranged) are available by phone. Since there are so many listed in thr phone book already and they are mostly reliable we don’t list any. They can be ordered air-conditioned and have digital fare meters, although time-based hire is also possible with some companies. Most companies charge a minimum fare of Indian rupee 100/-(Non-AC)/150/-(AC), which is for 4km (2.4 mile) and for every subsequent kilometre they charge Indian rupee 12/- or 13/-.

Bus : One of Asia’s largest bus stations is in Chennai, the CMBT. There are seven different state owned corporations which drive buses to and from various destinations within South India. There are hourly buses for places like Tirupati, Pondicherry, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli etc. Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) buses ply throughout the city accessing areas which are not accessed by the suburban trains. These are Government-run and extremely cheap. Chennai has few major termini from where the majority of the buses ply towards the rest of the city. Normally Bus Fare in MTC range from Indian rupee 4 – Indian rupee 50.

Train : Chennai Central (code MAS) and Chennai Egmore (code MS) are the two main long distance train stations. There are daily trains from Chennai to Bengaluru, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Cochin, Hyderabad Kolkata and most of the big cities of India. The Egmore station covers most of the places in Tamil Nadu and a few important places outside it. The long trains to Egmore stop at Tambaram and some at Perambur. These two stations serve the suburban areas of Chennai. Prepaid taxis, cabs auto rickshaws are available for hire just outside the station.

Air : The third busiest airport of India is the Chennai International Airport which is located at a distance of 7 km from the main city. Both, international and domestic flights land at different terminals: the international flights arrive at the Anna Terminal whereas the domestic flights at Kamaraj Terminal. These two terminals are located at a distance of only 150 metres from each other. Both the terminals are well connected to the major cities of India and the world, respectively. Within a few rupees you can reach the city, but if you have rather bulky luggage look for other options like the pre-paid taxi booth.

Others : Auto-rickshaw/Tuk-tuk drivers in Chennai do not use meters; some try to overcharge and often drive rashly, but that’s part of the fun of being in Chennai. Share autos have emerged in the recent years as an alternative mode of transport in Chennai. There are four wheelers known as meter taxis, which don’t have a meter and are not taxis. They supplement the existing bus services and sometimes operate on routes based on Must See demand.

Things to CarryEdit

• The backpack must contain water bottles and juices. Hats, scarves, sun- screen lotion, umbrellas and sun glasses are a must, when traveling in the city.
• Carrying medicines for fever, dysentery and diarrhea is advisable.
• Camera and video-cam are the must carry things.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Keep your valuables safely tucked against your body and avoid flashing money in public .
• Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local people.

HelplineEdit

• Fort St. George : 044 2567 1127
• Police : 100
• Traffic Police : 103
• Ambulance : 108
• Fire Control : 101
• Tourist Enquiry : 1913

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