Chennai

Chennai district is the capital district of Tamil Nadu and one of the most important cultural, historical and tourism destinations in South India. Located along the Bay of Bengal, Chennai is famous for its beautiful beaches, ancient temples, colonial heritage, museums, churches, shopping streets, cultural festivals and modern attractions. Marina Beach, one of the longest urban beaches in the world, is the most popular attraction and welcomes thousands of visitors every day. Other famous places include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, San Thome Basilica, Fort St George, Government Museum, Valluvar Kottam, Guindy National Park, Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Elliot Beach and DakshinaChitra. Chennai is also known as the cultural capital of South India because of its classical music concerts, Bharatanatyam dance performances and traditional festivals. The district offers excellent opportunities for heritage tourism, religious tourism, beach holidays, shopping, photography, family vacations and food tourism. Visitors can enjoy authentic South Indian cuisine, seafood specialties, traditional markets and modern shopping malls. Chennai also serves as the gateway to many famous tourist destinations across Tamil Nadu. Excellent road, rail, air and metro connectivity make travel easy throughout the district. With a unique combination of history, spirituality, culture, architecture, entertainment and modern lifestyle, Chennai district provides memorable experiences for every visitor throughout the year.